Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung ST700

Here, we are matching up the Canon SX510 HS and Samsung ST700, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and ST700 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was revealed 2 years after the ST700 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX510 HS being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the SX510 HS matches up versus the ST700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS has outside 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) whilst the Samsung ST700 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SX510 HS versus the ST700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX510 HS and ST700 is 80 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX510 HS and ST700.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung ST700 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer SX510 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.