Canon A810 vs Nikon P900

Here, we are reviewing the Canon A810 and Nikon P900, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the P900 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A810 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the P900 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon A810 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P900 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A810 matches up vs the P900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A810 and Nikon Coolpix P900. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery and Nikon P900 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A810 features outer measurements 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 Nikon P900 has specifications of 140mm x 103mm x 137mm (5.5" x 4.1" x 5.4") having a weight of 899 grams (1.98 lbs).

Check the Canon A810 and Nikon P900 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the A810 against the P900.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A810 and P900 is 93 and 52 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A810 and P900.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged A810 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.