Canon A800 vs Fujifilm XP80

In this write-up, we will be comparing the Canon A800 and Fujifilm XP80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the A800 (10MP) and Fujifilm XP80 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A800 was launched 5 years earlier than the Fujifilm XP80 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the A800 matches up versus the Fujifilm XP80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A800 & Fujifilm XP80. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A800 Gallery & Fujifilm XP80 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon A800 has got physical measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP80 has specifications of 104mm x 67mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the A800 versus the Fujifilm XP80.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A800 and Fujifilm XP80 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A800 and Fujifilm XP80.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm XP80 to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged A800 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.