Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100
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Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100 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 Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Released February 2011

Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100 Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A810 was launched 13 months later than the S6100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A810 grades vs the S6100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A810 and Nikon Coolpix S6100. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery and Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Nikon S6100
A810 | S6100 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2011 | Fresher by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Canon A810
S6100 | A810 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Nikon S6100
A810 | S6100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen |
Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A810 comes with 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) and the Nikon S6100 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the A810 against the S6100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and S6100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and S6100.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files though you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The younger A810 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Canon A810 vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A810 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2011-02-09 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 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 functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT touchscreen 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 | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
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) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 pounds) | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photos | 210 photos |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $99 | $195 |