Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung EX2F

Following is a extended assessment of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Samsung EX2F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Samsung. The image resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively comparable but the ELPH 510 HS (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The ELPH 510 HS was launched 9 months prior to the EX2F which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 510 HS grades versus the EX2F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS comes with outer dimensions 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 Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS against the EX2F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specifications. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and EX2F.

To sum up, both the cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The ELPH 510 HS comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher. The more aged ELPH 510 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.