Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Samsung WB800F

Here, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Samsung WB800F, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was introduced 10 months prior to the WB800F and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 510 HS scores vs the WB800F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Samsung WB800F. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") and a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 510 HS and the WB800F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing technical specs. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 510 HS and WB800F.

As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB800F to show greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 510 HS will be behind in sensor innovation.