Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic S3

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic S3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was manufactured 15 months later than the S3 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up versus the S3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has outside 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 S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Panasonic S3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the S3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and S3 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and S3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic S3 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 510 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.