Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS
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Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS 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
- Announced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 349g - 104 x 70 x 80mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Earlier Model is Canon SX500 IS
- Successor is Canon SX520 HS

Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are designed by Canon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the A810 (16MP) and SX510 HS (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A810 was introduced 18 months earlier than the SX510 HS which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the A810 scores against the SX510 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A810 and Canon PowerShot SX510 HS. The whole galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery and Canon SX510 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Canon SX510 HS
A810 | SX510 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX510 HS over the Canon A810
SX510 HS | A810 | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 18 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Canon SX510 HS
A810 | SX510 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A810 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Canon SX510 HS has proportions of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") having a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the A810 compared to the SX510 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A810 and SX510 HS is 93 and 80 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and SX510 HS.
To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon A810 to give greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older A810 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon A810 vs Canon SX510 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A810 | Canon PowerShot SX510 HS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2012-02-07 | 2013-08-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 0cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 171 grams (0.38 lb) | 349 grams (0.77 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 104 x 70 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 photos | 250 photos |
Style of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $99 | $249 |