Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung MV800

In this article, we will be looking at the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung MV800, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and MV800 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was introduced 7 months later than the MV800 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up vs the MV800 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Samsung MV800. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Samsung MV800 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung MV800 has specifications of 92mm x 56mm x 10mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.4") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the MV800.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 510 HS and MV800 is 93 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and MV800.

As you can tell, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung MV800 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 510 HS is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.