Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Casio EX-ZR300

Here, we will be looking at the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Casio EX-ZR300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Casio. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and EX-ZR300 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 2 months earlier than the EX-ZR300 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the ELPH 510 HS scores against the EX-ZR300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Casio Exilim EX-ZR300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Casio EX-ZR300 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has 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 Casio EX-ZR300 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the EX-ZR300.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and EX-ZR300 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and EX-ZR300.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Casio EX-ZR300 to deliver greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.