Canon ELPH 510 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500

The following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus FujiFilm JZ500, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 21 months after the JZ500 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS scores versus the JZ500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 510 HS enjoys physical 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) while the FujiFilm JZ500 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus FujiFilm JZ500 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the JZ500.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and JZ500 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and JZ500.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the FujiFilm JZ500 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 510 HS provides an edge in sensor technology.