Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S6000

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Nikon S6000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the S6000 (14MP) is very similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 2 years later than the S6000 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ELPH 510 HS grades vs the S6000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Nikon Coolpix S6000. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Nikon S6000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has got external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Nikon S6000 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the S6000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and S6000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and S6000.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S6000 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The newer ELPH 510 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.