Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Olympus SH-2

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus SH-2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and SH-2 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was manufactured 4 years earlier than the SH-2 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ELPH 510 HS grades versus the SH-2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus Stylus SH-2. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Olympus SH-2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS provides external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Olympus SH-2 has specifications of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus SH-2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the SH-2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and SH-2 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 510 HS and SH-2.

All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Olympus SH-2 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 510 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.