Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS
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Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Announced August 2013
- Old Model is Canon SX500 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX520 HS

Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon A3200 IS versus Canon SX510 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A3200 IS (14MP) and the SX510 HS (12MP) is relatively similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A3200 IS was launched 3 years earlier than the SX510 HS which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the A3200 IS scores against the SX510 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A3200 IS and Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A3200 IS Gallery and Canon SX510 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Canon SX510 HS
A3200 IS | SX510 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Canon A3200 IS
SX510 HS | A3200 IS | |||
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Announced | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 32 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A3200 IS and Canon SX510 HS
A3200 IS | SX510 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A3200 IS offers exterior measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Canon SX510 HS has dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).
Examine the Canon A3200 IS versus Canon SX510 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the A3200 IS against the SX510 HS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A3200 IS and SX510 HS is 95 and 80 respectively.

Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A3200 IS and SX510 HS.
To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon A3200 IS to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged A3200 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3200 IS vs Canon SX510 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-01-05 | 2013-08-22 |
Body design | 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 dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
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 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 0cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 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 | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 149g (0.33 pounds) | 349g (0.77 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 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 | - | 250 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-8L | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $230 | $249 |