Canon A810 vs Fujifilm F550 EXR

Below, we will be reviewing the Canon A810 and Fujifilm F550 EXR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the Fujifilm F550 EXR (16MP) is pretty comparable but the A810 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F550 EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor sizes.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The A810 was unveiled 7 months later than the Fujifilm F550 EXR so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A810 scores vs the Fujifilm F550 EXR in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 and Fujifilm FinePix F550 EXR. The full galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery and Fujifilm F550 EXR Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A810 provides physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F550 EXR has dimensions of 104mm x 63mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check the Canon A810 and Fujifilm F550 EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A810 compared to the Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and Fujifilm F550 EXR is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and Fujifilm F550 EXR.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The A810 comes with the smaller sensor which will make achieving bokeh more challenging. The fresher A810 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.