Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic ZS30

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic ZS30, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and ZS30 (18MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was revealed 10 months earlier than the ZS30 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the ELPH 510 HS scores vs the ZS30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Panasonic ZS30 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS offers physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS30 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

Analyze the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Panasonic ZS30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the ZS30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and ZS30 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and ZS30.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic ZS30 to offer more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 510 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.