Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Nikon S3700

Following is a extended review of the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Nikon S3700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and S3700 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was launched 4 years earlier than the S3700 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ELPH 520 HS grades vs the S3700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Nikon Coolpix S3700. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Nikon S3700 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 520 HS features exterior dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Nikon S3700 has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 118 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check out the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Nikon S3700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 520 HS compared to the S3700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 520 HS and S3700 is 96 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The picture underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 520 HS and S3700.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S3700 to give extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 520 HS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.