Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Released August 2013
- Replaced the Canon SX500 IS
- Refreshed by Canon SX520 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Revealed August 2012

Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Canon SX510 HS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX510 HS was revealed 12 months later than the Galaxy Camera 4G so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SX510 HS scores against the Galaxy Camera 4G in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SX510 HS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | August 2012 | More recent by 12 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 0k | Crisper display (+461k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Canon SX510 HS
Galaxy Camera 4G | SX510 HS | |||
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Display dimension | 4.8" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX510 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
SX510 HS | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon SX510 HS features physical measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX510 HS versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the SX510 HS against the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and Galaxy Camera 4G is 80 and 90 respectively.

Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and Galaxy Camera 4G.
As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent SX510 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-08-22 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | - |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 4.8 inches |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dot | 0 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 349 grams (0.77 lbs) | 305 grams (0.67 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $249 | $550 |