Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Fujifilm X-E1

Below is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Fujifilm X-E1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and the ELPH 510 HS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-E1 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 510 HS was released 12 months before the Fujifilm X-E1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-E1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 510 HS scores against the Fujifilm X-E1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Fujifilm X-E1. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-E1 has dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs).

Check out the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Fujifilm X-E1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the Fujifilm X-E1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and Fujifilm X-E1 is 93 and 85 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and Fujifilm X-E1.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 510 HS because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Fujifilm X-E1 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older ELPH 510 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.