Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony W710

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony W710, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was released 10 months prior to the W710 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the ELPH 510 HS grades against the W710 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 510 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 510 HS has got external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony W710 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 510 HS compared to the W710.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and W710 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 510 HS and W710.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony W710 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The older ELPH 510 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.