Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Samsung ST90

Let's look closer at the Canon ELPH 520 HS versus Samsung ST90, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and ST90 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was launched 12 months later than the ST90 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ELPH 520 HS matches up versus the ST90 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Samsung ST90. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Samsung ST90 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS comes with outer measurements of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung ST90 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check out the Canon ELPH 520 HS versus Samsung ST90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 520 HS versus the ST90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 520 HS and ST90 is 96 and 99 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 520 HS and ST90.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung ST90 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger ELPH 520 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.