Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FZ28

Below is a complete comparison of the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic FZ28, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was introduced 3 years later than the FZ28 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a concise view of how the ELPH 510 HS scores versus the FZ28 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the FZ28.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and FZ28 is 93 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The photograph here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and FZ28.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon ELPH 510 HS to produce greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger ELPH 510 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.