Canon SX510 HS vs Casio EX-S5

Let's look much closer at the Canon SX510 HS versus Casio EX-S5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and EX-S5 (9MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the EX-S5 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the SX510 HS matches up against the EX-S5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Casio Exilim EX-S5. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Casio EX-S5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX510 HS has exterior dimensions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Casio EX-S5 has dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

Compare the Canon SX510 HS versus Casio EX-S5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX510 HS against the EX-S5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and EX-S5 is 80 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX510 HS and EX-S5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon SX510 HS to produce more detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer SX510 HS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.