Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FX78

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FX78, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was unveiled 14 months after the FX78 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 510 HS scores vs the FX78 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FX78 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the FX78.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and FX78 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing technical specs. The image underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and FX78.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you would want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher ELPH 510 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.