Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Canon SD3500 IS

Following is a comprehensive review of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Canon SD3500 IS, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Canon. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the SD3500 IS (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was introduced 2 years after the SD3500 IS which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ELPH 510 HS scores vs the SD3500 IS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Canon PowerShot SD3500 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Canon SD3500 IS Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 510 HS offers outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Canon SD3500 IS has proportions of 99mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Canon SD3500 IS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the SD3500 IS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and SD3500 IS is 93 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and SD3500 IS.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon SD3500 IS to render more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 510 HS provides a benefit in sensor tech.