Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic GH3

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic GH3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and GH3 (16MP) and the ELPH 510 HS (1/2.3") and GH3 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor sizing.

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The ELPH 510 HS was announced 6 months earlier than the GH3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the ELPH 510 HS scores against the GH3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic GH3 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check out the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic GH3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 510 HS against the GH3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and GH3 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and GH3.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 510 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GH3 will deliver extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively.