Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS
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Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 188g - 104 x 61 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Updated by Canon SX610 HS

Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS Overview
Here, we are comparing the Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Canon. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the SX600 HS (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The A810 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the SX600 HS making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the A810 matches up versus the SX600 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A810 & Canon PowerShot SX600 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery & Canon SX600 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Canon SX600 HS
A810 | SX600 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX600 HS over the Canon A810
SX600 HS | A810 | |||
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Introduced | January 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 23 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Canon SX600 HS
A810 | SX600 HS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A810 comes with exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Canon SX600 HS has dimensions of 104mm x 61mm x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
See the Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the A810 and the SX600 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and SX600 HS is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A810 and SX600 HS.
As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of files although you would want to consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged A810 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A810 vs Canon SX600 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Canon PowerShot SX600 HS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2014-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DIGIC 4+ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-450mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | PureColor II G (TFT) |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m (50 cm � 3.5 m (W) / 1.0 m � 2.0 m (T)) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Manual Flash On / Off, Slow Synchro |
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 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1280 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 171 gr (0.38 lb) | 188 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 104 x 61 x 26mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 290 shots |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 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 |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $99 | $249 |