Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Olympus 9000

In this article, we are comparing the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus 9000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the 9000 (12MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 2 years later than the 9000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ELPH 510 HS scores vs the 9000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus Stylus 9000. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Olympus 9000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS offers outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Olympus 9000 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 31mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS versus the 9000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and 9000 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and 9000.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher ELPH 510 HS provides an advantage in sensor tech.