Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Fujifilm S8200

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Fujifilm S8200, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm S8200 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was announced 10 months prior to the Fujifilm S8200 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S8200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the ELPH 510 HS scores against the Fujifilm S8200 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Fujifilm FinePix S8200. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Fujifilm S8200 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS offers outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Fujifilm S8200 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS versus the Fujifilm S8200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and Fujifilm S8200 is 93 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading specs. The image below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and Fujifilm S8200.

All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Fujifilm S8200 to offer greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 510 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.