Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Casio EX-Z280

Below is a extended analysis of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Casio EX-Z280, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Casio. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the EX-Z280 (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was revealed 2 years later than the EX-Z280 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 510 HS grades vs the EX-Z280 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Casio Exilim EX-Z280. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Casio EX-Z280 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-Z280 has dimensions of 97mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the EX-Z280.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and EX-Z280 is 93 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The visual here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and EX-Z280.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs although you should really take the age of the cameras into account. The more modern ELPH 510 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.