Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Pentax E85

Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Pentax E85, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the E85 (12MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was introduced 2 years later than the E85 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up against the E85 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Pentax Optio E85. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Pentax E85 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Pentax E85 has proportions of 93mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Pentax E85 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS versus the E85.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and E85 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and E85.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent ELPH 510 HS will have an advantage in sensor tech.