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Canon A800 vs Nikon S33

Portability
93
Imaging
33
Features
19
Overall
27
Canon PowerShot A800 front
 
Nikon Coolpix S33 front
Portability
91
Imaging
36
Features
31
Overall
34

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Key Specs

Canon A800
(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
Nikon S33
(Full Review)
  • 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
  • Released February 2015
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Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Overview

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Canon A800 vs Nikon S33, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the A800 (10MP) and S33 (13MP) and the A800 (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") have totally different sensor measurements.

Photography Glossary

The A800 was launched 5 years earlier than the S33 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the A800 matches up versus the S33 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Nikon S33

 A800 S33 

Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Canon A800

 S33 A800 
ReleasedFebruary 2015January 2011More modern by 49 months
Display size2.7"2.5"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution230k115kClearer display (+115k dot)

Common features in the Canon A800 and Nikon S33

 A800 S33 
Focus manually No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Missing Touch friendly display

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A800 comes with exterior measurements 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 Nikon S33 has dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the A800 vs the S33.

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A800 and S33 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 top view buttons comparison

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it can be tough to see the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A800 and S33.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The A800 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon S33 will show more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged A800 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 sensor size comparison

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon A800
Portrait photography with Nikon S33
25
has face detection focusing
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
33
resolution is good (13MP)
has face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor (1/3.1")
has no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon A800
Street photography with Nikon S33
46
fixed screen
no image stabilization
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
58
built in image stabilization (Digital)
environment proof
fixed screen
tiny sensor (1/3.1")
has no RAW format
more heavy than competition in class (221g)
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Sports Comparison

Canon A800 Sports photography highlights
Nikon S33 Sports photography highlights
29
has tracking autofocus
great battery power (300 shots)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
43
built in image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (13 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
environment proof
painfully slow continuous shooting (4.7 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor (1/3.1")
has no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Canon A800
Travel photography with Nikon S33
55
great battery power (300 CIPA)
has built in flash
missing Timelapse function
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
58
environment proof
resolution is good (13MP)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse recording
more heavy than competition in class (221g)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A800 Landscape photography features
Nikon S33 Landscape photography features
26
great battery power (300 shots)
no manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
small screen (2.5")
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
missing Timelapse function
36
built in image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (13 megapixels)
environment proof
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor (1/3.1")
has no RAW format
does not have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A800 Vlogging factors
Nikon S33 Vlogging factors
24
has face detection focusing
wide angle not fantastic (37mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.0)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
missing external microphone port
29
built in image stabilization (Digital)
has face detection autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
wide angle not the best (30mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
does not have external microphone support
more heavy than competition in class (221 grams)
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Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A800 and Nikon S33
 Canon PowerShot A800Nikon Coolpix S33
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Nikon
Model type Canon PowerShot A800 Nikon Coolpix S33
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2015-02-10
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip DIGIC 3 -
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/3.1"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 4.7 x 3.5mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 16.5mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixels 13 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3
Maximum resolution 3648 x 2736 4160 x 3120
Maximum native ISO 1600 1600
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 37-122mm (3.3x) 30-90mm (3.0x)
Max aperture f/3.0-5.8 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 7.7
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 2.5 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 115k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 secs 4 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 1.0 frames per sec 4.7 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 3.10 m (at Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync -
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 186 grams (0.41 lb) 221 grams (0.49 lb)
Physical dimensions 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" 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 220 pictures
Style of battery AA Battery Pack
Battery ID 2 x AA EN-EL19
Self timer Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) Yes (10 sec, smile timer)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots One One
Retail cost $90 $150