Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Panasonic GH2

Here is a extensive comparison of the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Panasonic GH2, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the ELPH 520 HS (1/2.3") and GH2 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The ELPH 520 HS was announced 10 months later than the GH2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 520 HS being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the ELPH 520 HS scores against the GH2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS provides external measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GH2 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 520 HS vs the GH2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 520 HS and GH2 is 96 and 70 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 520 HS and GH2.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ELPH 520 HS using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic GH2 will provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer ELPH 520 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.