Canon A810 vs Nikon S4300
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Canon A810 vs Nikon S4300 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
Canon A810 vs Nikon S4300 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Canon A810 and Nikon S4300, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the S4300 (16MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools Could Be Added to WhatsAppThe A810 was brought out around the same time to the S4300 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A810 grades vs the S4300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A810 vs Nikon S4300 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A810 and Nikon Coolpix S4300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery and Nikon S4300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Nikon S4300
A810 | S4300 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Canon A810
S4300 | A810 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Nikon S4300
A810 | S4300 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | February 2012 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Canon A810 vs Nikon S4300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 provides outer 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 Nikon S4300 has measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check the Canon A810 and Nikon S4300 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A810 vs the S4300.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A810 and S4300 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Canon A810 vs Nikon S4300 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading specs. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A810 and S4300.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images however you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration.
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Canon A810 vs Nikon S4300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A810 | Nikon Coolpix S4300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-156mm (6.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 171g (0.38 lbs) | 139g (0.31 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | 180 images |
Battery style | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL19 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $99 | $119 |