Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Pentax W60

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Pentax W60, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the W60 (10MP) is fairly comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was revealed 2 years later than the W60 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS scores versus the W60 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Pentax Optio W60. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features physical 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 Pentax W60 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the W60.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and W60 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and W60.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 510 HS to produce greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 510 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.