Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Olympus SP-810 UZ

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Olympus SP-810 UZ, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the SP-810 UZ (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was launched 8 months later than the SP-810 UZ and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Olympus SP-810 UZ being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 510 HS grades vs the SP-810 UZ in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus SP-810 UZ. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Olympus SP-810 UZ Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS offers outer 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) whilst the Olympus SP-810 UZ has sizing of 106mm x 76mm x 74mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 2.9") with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Olympus SP-810 UZ in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 510 HS versus the SP-810 UZ.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and SP-810 UZ is 93 and 78 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and SP-810 UZ.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SP-810 UZ to show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 510 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.