Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung ST30

On this page, we will be matching up the Canon ELPH 520 HS versus Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is pretty close but the ELPH 520 HS (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") boast different sensor measurements.

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The ELPH 520 HS was revealed 12 months later than the ST30 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the ELPH 520 HS matches up versus the ST30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Samsung ST30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 520 HS offers outside dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has proportions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 520 HS versus Samsung ST30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 520 HS vs the ST30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 520 HS and ST30 is 96 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 520 HS and ST30.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The ELPH 520 HS provides the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF less difficult. The younger ELPH 520 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.