Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon A900

Following is a detailed review of the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon A900, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and A900 (20MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was manufactured 5 years earlier than the A900 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the ELPH 510 HS scores against the A900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Nikon Coolpix A900. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Nikon A900 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon A900 has sizing of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the A900.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and A900 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and A900.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon A900 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 510 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.