Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Nikon S9100

Let's look much closer at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Nikon S9100, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the S9100 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 8 months after the S9100 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up versus the S9100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Nikon Coolpix S9100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Nikon S9100 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Nikon S9100 has sizing of 105mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS against the S9100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and S9100 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and S9100.

Clearly, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The fresher ELPH 510 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.