Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Canon SX280 HS

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Canon SX280 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both are sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the SX280 HS (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was revealed 12 months prior to the SX280 HS which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up versus the SX280 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Canon PowerShot SX280 HS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Canon SX280 HS Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Canon SX280 HS has sizing of 106mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 233 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Canon SX280 HS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the SX280 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and SX280 HS is 93 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and SX280 HS.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of images although you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The older ELPH 510 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.