Canon ELPH 510 HS vs Sony WX500

Here, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Sony WX500, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the ELPH 510 HS (12MP) and WX500 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 510 HS was brought out 4 years earlier than the WX500 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 510 HS matches up versus the WX500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 510 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX500. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 510 HS Gallery & Sony WX500 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 510 HS enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony WX500 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 236 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 510 HS and Sony WX500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 510 HS against the WX500.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 510 HS and WX500 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 510 HS and WX500.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Sony WX500 to deliver greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 510 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.