Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic ZS25

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic ZS25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and ZS25 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was manufactured 10 months prior to the ZS25 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS scores against the ZS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic ZS25 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the ZS25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and ZS25 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and ZS25.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS25 to provide more detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos more aggressively. The older ELPH 510 HS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.