Canon A810 vs Canon SX410 IS
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Canon A810 vs Canon SX410 IS 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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Revealed February 2015

Canon A810 vs Canon SX410 IS Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Canon A810 and Canon SX410 IS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the SX410 IS (20MP) is pretty close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A810 was released 4 years prior to the SX410 IS which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A810 grades versus the SX410 IS with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A810 vs Canon SX410 IS Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 and Canon PowerShot SX410 IS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery and Canon SX410 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Canon SX410 IS
A810 | SX410 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Canon A810
SX410 IS | A810 | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 36 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Canon SX410 IS
A810 | SX410 IS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon A810 vs Canon SX410 IS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A810 offers exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Canon SX410 IS has dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Examine the Canon A810 and Canon SX410 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the A810 against the SX410 IS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and SX410 IS is 93 and 80 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Canon SX410 IS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by viewing specifications. The image below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and SX410 IS.
Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon SX410 IS to result in more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged A810 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon A810 vs Canon SX410 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2015-02-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DIGIC 4+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 0cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 0.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 lbs) | 325 gr (0.72 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 185 shots |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NB-11LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $99 | $199 |