Canon M6 vs Canon SX510 HS

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon M6 versus Canon SX510 HS, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Canon. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and SX510 HS (12MP) and the M6 (APS-C) and SX510 HS (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizes.

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The M6 was launched 3 years later than the SX510 HS and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon M6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the M6 matches up against the SX510 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M6 & Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon M6 Gallery & Canon SX510 HS Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon M6 provides outer measurements of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Canon SX510 HS has specifications of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).

Examine the Canon M6 versus Canon SX510 HS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the M6 versus the SX510 HS.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the M6 and SX510 HS is 84 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M6 and SX510 HS.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M6 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon M6 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher M6 provides an edge in sensor technology.