Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX510 HS

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A2100 IS versus Canon SX510 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the SX510 HS (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was launched 5 years earlier than the SX510 HS and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the A2100 IS matches up against the SX510 HS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Canon SX510 HS Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2100 IS comes with physical measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Canon SX510 HS has dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2100 IS versus Canon SX510 HS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A2100 IS compared to the SX510 HS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and SX510 HS is 92 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specs. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2100 IS and SX510 HS.

All in all, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should always take the production date of the cameras into account. The older A2100 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.