Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon L810

Lets look more in depth at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and L810 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was launched very close to the L810 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up vs the L810 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Nikon Coolpix L810. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Nikon L810 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Nikon L810 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon L810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the L810.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and L810 is 93 and 74 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and L810.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon L810 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively.