Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Nikon A10

Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon ELPH 520 HS and Nikon A10, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and A10 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was brought out 5 years before the A10 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 520 HS grades vs the A10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS has got physical dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Nikon A10 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 520 HS vs the A10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 520 HS and A10 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through technical specs. The photograph here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 520 HS and A10.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A10 to resolve extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The older ELPH 520 HS is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.