Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FX48

The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic FX48, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the FX48 (12MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 3 years after the FX48 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up against the FX48 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Panasonic FX48 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has got external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FX48 has dimensions of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic FX48 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the FX48.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and FX48 is 93 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 510 HS and FX48.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you will need to consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger ELPH 510 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.