Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic FZ47

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic FZ47, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the FZ47 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was introduced 8 months later than the FZ47 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ47 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up vs the FZ47 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ47. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Panasonic FZ47 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS offers physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ47 has measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 498 grams (1.10 lbs).

See the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic FZ47 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the FZ47.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and FZ47 is 93 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and FZ47.

As you have seen, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you can expect similar quality of pictures but you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 510 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.