Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Kodak Z915

Lets examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Kodak Z915, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the Z915 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the Z915 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up vs the Z915 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Kodak EasyShare Z915. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Kodak Z915 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features outside 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) while the Kodak Z915 has specifications of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Kodak Z915 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS against the Z915.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and Z915 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and Z915.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 510 HS to give you extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 510 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.