Canon A810 vs Canon G9 X II
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Canon A810 vs Canon G9 X II Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Launched January 2017
- Older Model is Canon G9 X
Canon A810 vs Canon G9 X II Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Canon A810 and Canon G9 X II, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are built by Canon. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the G9 X II (20MP) is relatively similar but the A810 (1/2.3") and G9 X II (1") use totally different sensor dimensions.
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe A810 was revealed 5 years before the G9 X II and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A810 scores vs the G9 X II in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon A810 vs Canon G9 X II Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A810 and Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery and Canon G9 X II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Canon G9 X II
A810 | G9 X II |
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Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Canon A810
G9 X II | A810 | |||
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Launched | January 2017 | February 2012 | Fresher by 59 months | |
Manually focus | Very exact focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Canon G9 X II
A810 | G9 X II | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon A810 vs Canon G9 X II Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 enjoys outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Canon G9 X II has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Canon A810 and Canon G9 X II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A810 and the G9 X II.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A810 and G9 X II is 93 and 92 respectively.
Canon A810 vs Canon G9 X II Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and G9 X II.
Plainly, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A810 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Canon G9 X II will offer more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots much more aggressively. The older A810 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon A810 vs Canon G9 X II Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2017-01-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DIGIC 7 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-84mm (3.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 8.2 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171g (0.38 lbs) | 206g (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 65 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 522 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 235 photographs |
Battery format | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $99 | $530 |