Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Pentax W90

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Pentax W90, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the W90 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was launched 2 years after the W90 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up versus the W90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Pentax Optio W90. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Pentax W90 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Pentax W90 has proportions of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Pentax W90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the W90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and W90 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specs. The pic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 510 HS and W90.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect similar quality of files though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 510 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.