Canon A2200 vs Canon SX510 HS
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Canon A2200 vs Canon SX510 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Launched August 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX500 IS
- Later Model is Canon SX520 HS

Canon A2200 vs Canon SX510 HS Overview
Let's look more in depth at the Canon A2200 versus Canon SX510 HS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Canon. The resolution of the A2200 (14MP) and the SX510 HS (12MP) is very close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2200 was introduced 3 years before the SX510 HS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A2200 matches up vs the SX510 HS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2200 vs Canon SX510 HS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2200 & Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2200 Gallery & Canon SX510 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2200 over the Canon SX510 HS
A2200 | SX510 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Canon A2200
SX510 HS | A2200 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2200 and Canon SX510 HS
A2200 | SX510 HS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch display |
Canon A2200 vs Canon SX510 HS Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2200 has got outside measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Canon SX510 HS has measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2200 versus Canon SX510 HS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A2200 against the SX510 HS.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2200 and SX510 HS is 95 and 80 respectively.

Canon A2200 vs Canon SX510 HS Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A2200 and SX510 HS.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon A2200 to result in greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged A2200 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A2200 vs Canon SX510 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2200 vs Canon SX510 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2200 | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2200 | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-01-05 | 2013-08-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 0cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lbs) | 349 grams (0.77 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 shots | 250 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-8L | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $139 | $249 |