Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Pentax H90

Here, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Pentax H90, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 2 years later than the H90 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS grades against the H90 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Pentax Optio H90. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Pentax H90 has measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the H90.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and H90 is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 510 HS and H90.

As you can tell, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files however you should take the age of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 510 HS will have an advantage in sensor tech.