Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FZ300

Let's examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FZ300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was manufactured 4 years prior to the FZ300 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS scores against the FZ300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ300 has dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the FZ300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and FZ300 is 93 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and FZ300.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect similar quality of files however you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged ELPH 510 HS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.