Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000
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![Canon ELPH 510 HS front Canon ELPH 510 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-ELPH-510-HS/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000/Sony-S2000-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 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
- Other Name is IXUS 1100 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 Overview
Let's look a little more closely at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Sony S2000, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 510 HS was launched 2 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS grades against the S2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 510 HS over the Sony S2000
ELPH 510 HS | S2000 | |||
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Released | March 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 27 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Canon ELPH 510 HS
S2000 | ELPH 510 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Sony S2000
ELPH 510 HS | S2000 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 510 HS provides external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has specifications of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 510 HS versus Sony S2000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the S2000.
![Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 size comparison Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 510 HS and S2000.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 510 HS to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 510 HS provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-ELPH-510-HS-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-S2000-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Canon ELPH 510 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon ELPH 510 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Also called | IXUS 1100 HS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-03-01 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | PureColor II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 pounds) | 167g (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NB-9L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $200 | $225 |