Canon ELPH 510 HS vs FujiFilm T300

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 510 HS and FujiFilm T300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the T300 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was released 8 months after the T300 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ELPH 510 HS grades versus the T300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and FujiFilm FinePix T300. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and FujiFilm T300 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. 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) whilst the FujiFilm T300 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 510 HS and FujiFilm T300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the T300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and T300 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and T300.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the FujiFilm T300 to resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer ELPH 510 HS should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.