Canon SD970 IS vs Canon SX510 HS

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Canon SD970 IS versus Canon SX510 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Canon. The image resolution of the SD970 IS (12MP) and the SX510 HS (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SD970 IS was announced 5 years before the SX510 HS and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the SD970 IS grades vs the SX510 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD970 IS and Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD970 IS Gallery and Canon SX510 HS Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SD970 IS features exterior measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Canon SX510 HS has proportions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD970 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 depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the SD970 IS versus the SX510 HS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SD970 IS and SX510 HS is 94 and 80 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out specifications. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SD970 IS and SX510 HS.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of files but you will want to take the production date of the cameras into account. The older SD970 IS will be behind with regard to sensor technology.