Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000
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36 Features
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![Canon ELPH 510 HS front Canon ELPH 510 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-ELPH-510-HS/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-front.jpg)
![Nikon Coolpix S8000 front Nikon Coolpix S8000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S8000/Nikon-S8000-front.jpg)
93 Imaging
37 Features
31 Overall
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.9) lens
- 206g - 99 x 59 x 22mm
- Announced March 2012
- Also referred to as IXUS 1100 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 30-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 183g - 103 x 57 x 27mm
- Announced June 2010
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Overview
Below is a complete overview of the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the S8000 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 510 HS was announced 21 months later than the S8000 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up versus the S8000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Nikon Coolpix S8000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Nikon S8000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 510 HS over the Nikon S8000
ELPH 510 HS | S8000 | |||
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Announced | March 2012 | ![]() | June 2010 | More recent by 21 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8000 over the Canon ELPH 510 HS
S8000 | ELPH 510 HS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Nikon S8000
ELPH 510 HS | S8000 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon S8000 has sizing of 103mm x 57mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS against the S8000.
![Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 size comparison Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and S8000 is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and S8000.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S8000 to render extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 510 HS should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S8000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S8000 Specifications
Canon ELPH 510 HS | Nikon Coolpix S8000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon ELPH 510 HS | Nikon Coolpix S8000 |
Also called | IXUS 1100 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-03-01 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 30-300mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) | 183 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 103 x 57 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-9L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $200 | $300 |