Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90
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Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched August 2011

Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the A810 (16MP) and FX90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A810 was launched 6 months after the FX90 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the A810 scores versus the FX90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A810 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Panasonic FX90
A810 | FX90 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Canon A810
FX90 | A810 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Panasonic FX90
A810 | FX90 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A810 features external measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Panasonic FX90 has proportions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Compare the Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the A810 compared to the FX90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and FX90 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A810 and FX90.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon A810 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively.

Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A810 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2011-08-26 |
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 | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 grams (0.38 lbs) | 149 grams (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 200 pictures |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $99 | $227 |