Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.9) lens
- 206g - 99 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched March 2012
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 1100 HS
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced August 2009

Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 510 HS was introduced 2 years after the CX2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the ELPH 510 HS grades versus the CX2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 510 HS over the Ricoh CX2
ELPH 510 HS | CX2 | |||
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Announced | March 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 31 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Canon ELPH 510 HS
CX2 | ELPH 510 HS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Ricoh CX2
ELPH 510 HS | CX2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has got exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the CX2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 510 HS and CX2 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specs. The picture underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and CX2.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon ELPH 510 HS to provide more detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 510 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Canon ELPH 510 HS | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon ELPH 510 HS | Ricoh CX2 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 1100 HS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-03-01 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-9L | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $200 | $341 |