Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Canon SD4500 IS

Lets take a closer look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Canon SD4500 IS, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Canon. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the SD4500 IS (10MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was released 8 months after the SD4500 IS so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 510 HS scores vs the SD4500 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Canon SD4500 IS Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Canon SD4500 IS has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Canon SD4500 IS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS against the SD4500 IS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and SD4500 IS is 93 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and SD4500 IS.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 510 HS to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 510 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.