Canon A810 vs Canon SX160 IS

On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A810 and Canon SX160 IS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the SX160 IS (16MP) is very close and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A810 was unveiled 16 months prior to the SX160 IS making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A810 scores vs the SX160 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A810 & Canon PowerShot SX160 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery & Canon SX160 IS Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Canon SX160 IS has measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") and a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A810 and the SX160 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A810 and SX160 IS is 93 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specs. The picture underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and SX160 IS.

All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos although you would want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more aged A810 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.