Canon PowerShot SX510 HS

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    Highlights

    • 12.1 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
    • 80 - 3,200 Native ISO
    • 1 Focus Points (1 Cross-type)
    • Image Stabilization
    • 3.0" 461k dot Fixed Screen
    • 3.8 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
    • Built-In Wi-Fi
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    Overview

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS was announced in 2013 and is a 1/2.3-inch (6.17 x 4.55 mm) Standard Compact camera with 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 80 to 3,200. The camera has a Fixed 3.0" screen with 461k dot resolution. It has an image stabilization.

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS can capture video up to 1920 x 1080 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Predecessor
    4. Successor
    5. Screen
    6. Sensor
    7. Photography Features
    8. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    9. Other Features
    10. Physical Parameters
    11. For Different Types of Photography
    12. Evaluation
    13. Specifications  

    Here is the Canon PowerShot SX5xx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Canon PowerShot SX5xx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Canon SX540 HS
    Compare
    		January
    2016    		 20.3 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon SX530 HS
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    		January
    2015    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon SX520 HS
    Compare
    		July
    2014    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot
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    2013    		 12.1 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 3,200 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot
    Image cannot be found Canon SX500 IS
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    		August
    2012    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 80 - 1,600 Fixed 3.0"
    461k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Canon PowerShot SX540 HS vs PowerShot SX530 HS vs PowerShot SX520 HS vs PowerShot SX510 HS vs PowerShot SX500 IS.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot SX510 HS.

    PROS

    •   Cheap
    •   Video Capture
    •   80 Lowest Native ISO
    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   Light - 349 g (0.77 lb / 12.31 oz)
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
    •   1 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.8 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   Screen Size - 3.0"

    Predecessor

    Here we are comparing Canon PowerShot SX510 HS to its predecessor PowerShot SX500 IS and displaying the major changes.

    UPGRADES Canon PowerShot SX510 HS vs Canon PowerShot SX500 IS
    Higher Native ISO 3,200 vs 1,600
    Timelapse Recording vs
    Min Macro Focus Distance 0 cm vs 1 cm
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 3.8 fps vs 0.8 fps
    Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
    HDMI Output Mini vs
    Built-In Wi-Fi vs Eye-Fi Connection possible
    Longer Battery Life 250 shots vs 195 shots
    DOWNGRADES Canon PowerShot SX510 HS vs Canon PowerShot SX500 IS
    Lower Sensor Resolution 12.1 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
    Heavier 349 g (0.77 lb / 12.31 oz) vs 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz)

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Canon PowerShot SX510 HS vs PowerShot SX500 IS.

    Successor

    In 2014 Canon PowerShot SX510 HS was replaced by Canon PowerShot SX520 HS. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and its successor.

    UPGRADES Canon PowerShot SX520 HS vs Canon PowerShot SX510 HS
    Sensor Type BSI-CMOS vs CMOS
    Higher Sensor Resolution 16 Megapixel vs 12.1 Megapixel
    More Powerful Processor DIGIC 4+ vs DIGIC 4
    More Focus Points 9 vs 1
    Continuous Autofocus vs
    Reachs More Telephoto 1008 mm vs 720 mm
    Greater Optical Zoom 42x vs 30x
    Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/2000 sec vs 1/1600 sec
    DOWNGRADES Canon PowerShot SX520 HS vs Canon PowerShot SX510 HS
    More Expensive $399.99 vs $249.99
    Higher Native ISO 100 vs 80
    Timelapse Recording vs
    Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/6.0 vs f/5.8
    Lower Max Continuous Shooting 1.6 fps vs 3.8 fps
    Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo
    Built-In Wi-Fi vs
    Heavier 441 g (0.97 lb / 15.56 oz) vs 349 g (0.77 lb / 12.31 oz)
    Shorter Battery Life 210 shots vs 250 shots

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Canon PowerShot SX510 HS vs PowerShot SX520 HS.

    Screen

    Fixed screen

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS has a 3.0" Fixed screen with 461k dot resolution which is quite low by today's standards.

    Sensor

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS features a 12.1 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 80 - 3,200.

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with DIGIC 4 processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution.


    Image Stabilization

    The camera has an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Canon PowerShot SX510 HS.

    Canon SX520 HS
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Canon SX530 HS
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Canon SX540 HS
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    1/2.3-inch

    20.3 MP

    Canon SX500 IS
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Canon R100
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    APS-C

    24.1 MP

    Canon R5 C
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    Full Frame

    45.0 MP

    Canon 7D II
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    APS-C

    20.2 MP

    Sony SLT-A58
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    APS-C

    20.1 MP

    Canon R7
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    APS-C

    32.5 MP

    Canon G7 X MIII
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    1-inch

    20.1 MP

    Sony a7R IV
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    Full Frame

    61.0 MP

    Canon R50
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    APS-C

    24.2 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    Built-in Wi-Fi

    Camera has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
      Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS comes with NB-6LH battery pack with battery life of 250 shots.


    External Storage Slots

    The camera has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS's shutter speed can go up to 1/1600 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 3.8 fps.


    Flash

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m.

    Physical Parameters

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS has dimensions of 104 x 70 x 80 mm (4.09 x 2.76 x 3.15"). It weighs 349 g (0.77 lb / 12.31 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    104 mm (4.09")

    70 mm (2.76")

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    70 mm (2.76")

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    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS dimensions

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Canon PowerShot SX510 HS is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    POOR
    49

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS gets a score of 49 and is POOR choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    AVERAGE
    65

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS gets a score of 65 and is AVERAGE choice for Sports photography.

    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   1 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.8 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    AVERAGE
    62

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS gets a score of 62 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
    •   1 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.8 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    70

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS gets a score of 70 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   1 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No External Flash Connectivity
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    80

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS gets a score of 80 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   1 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 349 g (0.77 lb / 12.31 oz)

    Travel Photography

    GOOD
    84

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS gets a score of 84 and is GOOD choice for Travel photography.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 349 g (0.77 lb / 12.31 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots

    Canon PowerShot SX510 HS Evaluation

    We evaluate Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and give score of 58 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
    58

    Sensor

    POOR
    51

    We give Canon PowerShot SX510 HS a score of 51 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Small Sensor
    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.1 Megapixel
    •   80 Lowest Native ISO
    •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

    Photo

    AVERAGE
    64

    We give Canon PowerShot SX510 HS a score of 64 for Photo parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/1600 sec
    •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.8 fps
    •   No External Flash Connectivity

    Video

    POOR
    46

    We give Canon PowerShot SX510 HS a score of 46 for Video parameters.

    •   Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

    Focusing

    AVERAGE
    66

    We give Canon PowerShot SX510 HS a score of 66 for Focusing parameters.

    •   1 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    POOR
    53

    We give Canon PowerShot SX510 HS a score of 53 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Size - 3.0"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 461k dot
    •   No Viewfinder

    Connectivity

    GOOD
    75

    We give Canon PowerShot SX510 HS a score of 75 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    43

    We give Canon PowerShot SX510 HS a score of 43 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 349 g (0.77 lb / 12.31 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 250 shots


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