Canon SX510 HS vs Panasonic TS10

On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SX510 HS versus Panasonic TS10, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the SX510 HS (12MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was released 3 years after the TS10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summation of how the SX510 HS matches up against the TS10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS has exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Panasonic TS10 has specifications of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX510 HS versus Panasonic TS10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX510 HS versus the TS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX510 HS and TS10 is 80 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The picture here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and TS10.

Plainly, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS10 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX510 HS will have an advantage in sensor technology.