Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon P610

Let's take a closer look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon P610, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and P610 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was revealed 3 years before the P610 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summary of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up versus the P610 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Nikon Coolpix P610. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Nikon P610 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features exterior 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 P610 has sizing of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the P610.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and P610 is 93 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 510 HS and P610.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon P610 to result in greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 510 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.