Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung NX1000
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung NX1000 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
- Released March 2012
- Alternative Name is IXUS 1100 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2012
- Refreshed by Samsung NX1100
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Samsung NX1000, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the ELPH 510 HS (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe ELPH 510 HS was revealed at a similar time to the NX1000 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon ELPH 510 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the ELPH 510 HS grades against the NX1000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 510 HS over the Samsung NX1000
ELPH 510 HS | NX1000 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Canon ELPH 510 HS
NX1000 | ELPH 510 HS | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 921k | 461k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Samsung NX1000
ELPH 510 HS | NX1000 | |||
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Launched | March 2012 | April 2012 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS features physical 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 NX1000 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check out the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Samsung NX1000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS vs the NX1000.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and NX1000 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 510 HS and NX1000.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The ELPH 510 HS using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX1000 will offer more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Canon ELPH 510 HS | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon ELPH 510 HS | Samsung NX1000 |
Alternate name | IXUS 1100 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-03-01 | 2012-04-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dots | 921 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lb) | 222 grams (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $388 |