Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FS25

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FS25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the FS25 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was released 3 years later than the FS25 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up vs the FS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FS25 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS versus the FS25.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and FS25 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and FS25.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher ELPH 510 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.