Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic ZR3

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic ZR3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was introduced 2 years later than the ZR3 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the ELPH 510 HS grades against the ZR3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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When you are intending to lug around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS versus the ZR3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and ZR3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and ZR3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic ZR3 to render greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The younger ELPH 510 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.