Canon A800 vs Canon S90

In this article, we are contrasting the Canon A800 versus Canon S90, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A800 (10MP) and the S90 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the A800 (1/2.3") and S90 (1/1.7") feature different sensor size.

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The A800 was unveiled 10 months later than the S90 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the A800 matches up versus the S90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A800 and Canon PowerShot S90. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A800 Gallery and Canon S90 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Canon A800 has got physical dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Canon S90 has specifications of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Canon A800 versus Canon S90 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the A800 against the S90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A800 and S90 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph here will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A800 and S90.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact MP but different sensor measurements. The A800 has the smaller sensor which will make getting bokeh tougher. The fresher A800 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.