Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Olympus FE-5020

Following is a extensive assessment of the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Olympus FE-5020, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the FE-5020 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 2 years after the FE-5020 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up versus the FE-5020 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus FE-5020. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Olympus FE-5020 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has got 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) whilst the Olympus FE-5020 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Olympus FE-5020 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the FE-5020.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and FE-5020 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by checking technical specs. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and FE-5020.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs however you have to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 510 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.