Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S630

On this page, we are comparing the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Nikon S630, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the S630 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was manufactured 3 years later than the S630 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS grades against the S630 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Nikon Coolpix S630. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Nikon S630 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has external 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 S630 has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Nikon S630 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the S630.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and S630 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 510 HS and S630.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures however you need to take the production date of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 510 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.