Canon A800 vs Canon SX620 HS
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Canon A800 vs Canon SX620 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 186g - 94 x 61 x 31mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-625mm (F3.2-6.6) lens
- 182g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced May 2016
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Here is a thorough overview of the Canon A800 and Canon SX620 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Canon. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the A800 (10MP) and SX620 HS (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe A800 was introduced 6 years prior to the SX620 HS and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A800 matches up vs the SX620 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Canon SX620 HS
| A800 | SX620 HS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Canon SX620 HS over the Canon A800
| SX620 HS | A800 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | May 2016 |  | January 2011 | Fresher by 65 months |
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 922k |  | 115k | Crisper screen (+807k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Canon SX620 HS
| A800 | SX620 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Canon A800 vs Canon SX620 HS Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A800 enjoys outside dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Canon SX620 HS has dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A800 and Canon SX620 HS in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A800 against the SX620 HS.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A800 and SX620 HS is 93 and 93 respectively.
Canon A800 vs Canon SX620 HS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A800 and SX620 HS.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX620 HS to offer extra detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The older A800 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Canon A800 vs Canon SX620 HS Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A800 | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot A800 | Canon PowerShot SX620 HS |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2016-05-10 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | DIGIC 3 | DIGIC 4+ |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 20MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5184 x 3888 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 25-625mm (25.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.2-6.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 115 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.5fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 186 gr (0.41 lb) | 182 gr (0.40 lb) |
| Dimensions | 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 300 pictures | 295 pictures |
| Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Retail price | $90 | $279 |
