Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Olympus TG-6

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus TG-6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the TG-6 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was unveiled 8 years before the TG-6 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the ELPH 510 HS grades versus the TG-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus Tough TG-6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-6 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has outside dimensions 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 TG-6 has specifications of 113mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 253 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Olympus TG-6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS versus the TG-6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and TG-6 is 93 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reading specifications. The image underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and TG-6.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of files although you will want to take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged ELPH 510 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.