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Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Portability
80
Imaging
36
Features
41
Overall
38
Canon PowerShot SX510 HS front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs

Canon SX510 HS
(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
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(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
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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").

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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.

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Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 SX510 HS Galaxy Camera 4G 
RevealedAugust 2013August 2012More recent by 12 months
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Display resolution461k0kCrisper display (+461k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Canon SX510 HS

 Galaxy Camera 4G SX510 HS 
Display dimension4.8"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 
Display typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

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

Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon SX510 HS
Portrait photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
34
focusing manually
includes face detect focusing
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
30
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon SX510 HS as a Street photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Street photography camera
50
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon SX510 HS Sports photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography information
36
amazing zoom range (24-720mm 30.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking focus
low frames per second (4.0 frames per second)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
terrible battery (250 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16 megapixels)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SX510 HS Travel photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Travel photography advice
54
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
long reach (720mm)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
terrible battery (250 per charge)
megapixel count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.4)
72
lighter than competition in class (305g)
good MP (16 megapixels)
relatively wide (23mm)
great reach (481mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
no Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SX510 HS Landscape photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography features
40
focusing manually
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
megapixel count low (12MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
terrible battery (250 CIPA)
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
47
relatively wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
good MP (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual exposure not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SX510 HS Vlogging factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging factors
31
rather wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
slow max aperture (f3.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have mic socket
36
relatively wide (23mm)
good maximum aperture (f)
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than competition in class (305g)
display is not selfie friendly
no external mic jack
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Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SX510 HS and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
 Canon PowerShot SX510 HSSamsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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