Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FZ35

On this page, we are evaluating the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic FZ35, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the FZ35 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was released 21 months after the FZ35 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up vs the FZ35 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Panasonic FZ35 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features exterior 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) while the Panasonic FZ35 has dimensions of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic FZ35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the FZ35.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and FZ35 is 93 and 72 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and FZ35.

All in all, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more modern ELPH 510 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.