Canon A810 vs Canon SX700 HS

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon A810 vs Canon SX700 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the SX700 HS (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A810 was launched 24 months before the SX700 HS making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A810 grades versus the SX700 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A810 and Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery and Canon SX700 HS Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A810 features exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Canon SX700 HS has proportions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Canon A810 vs Canon SX700 HS in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the A810 versus the SX700 HS.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A810 and SX700 HS is 93 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The visual here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and SX700 HS.

Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The older A810 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.