Canon A800 vs Nikon S33
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Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 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)
- 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

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.

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.

Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A800 and Nikon Coolpix S33. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A800 Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Nikon S33
A800 | S33 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Canon A800
S33 | A800 | |||
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Released | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2011 | More modern by 49 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Nikon S33
A800 | S33 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | 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.
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.

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

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 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A800 vs Nikon S33 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A800 | Nikon Coolpix S33 | |
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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 |