Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon P80

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Nikon P80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the P80 (10MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was released 3 years after the P80 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Nikon P80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ELPH 510 HS grades vs the P80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Nikon Coolpix P80. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Nikon P80 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has 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 P80 has specifications of 110mm x 79mm x 78mm (4.3" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the P80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and P80 is 93 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and P80.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 510 HS to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 510 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.