Canon SX510 HS vs Canon SX710 HS

Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX510 HS and Canon SX710 HS, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both sold by Canon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and SX710 HS (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The SX510 HS was introduced 16 months prior to the SX710 HS making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the SX510 HS grades versus the SX710 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Canon SX710 HS Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") and a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Canon SX710 HS has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SX510 HS and Canon SX710 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX510 HS and the SX710 HS.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and SX710 HS is 80 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and SX710 HS.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX710 HS to produce more detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SX510 HS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.