Canon SX50 HS vs Canon SX510 HS

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon SX50 HS and Canon SX510 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and they are both manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the SX510 HS (12MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was introduced 7 months earlier than the SX510 HS which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the SX50 HS grades vs the SX510 HS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Canon SX510 HS Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Canon SX50 HS features exterior measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) whilst the Canon SX510 HS has sizing of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).

See the Canon SX50 HS and Canon SX510 HS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX50 HS versus the SX510 HS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and SX510 HS is 65 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and SX510 HS.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you might want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged SX50 HS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.