Canon SX260 HS vs Canon SX510 HS

Its time to look more closely at the Canon SX260 HS and Canon SX510 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are created by Canon. The image resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the SX510 HS (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was released 14 months earlier than the SX510 HS making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SX260 HS grades vs the SX510 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Canon SX510 HS Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS has got outside measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) and the Canon SX510 HS has specifications of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX260 HS and Canon SX510 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the SX510 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and SX510 HS is 91 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX260 HS and SX510 HS.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged SX260 HS will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.