Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic TS30

On this page, we are contrasting the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic TS30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and TS30 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was released 3 years prior to the TS30 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the ELPH 510 HS grades versus the TS30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS30. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Panasonic TS30 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic TS30 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the TS30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and TS30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and TS30.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic TS30 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 510 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.