Canon A810 vs Pentax S1
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Canon A810 vs Pentax S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 157g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced March 2011
Canon A810 vs Pentax S1 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon A810 and Pentax S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the S1 (14MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Nikon Coolpix camera search on Google skyrockets by 8,500%The A810 was released 12 months after the S1 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the A810 matches up against the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A810 vs Pentax S1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 and Pentax Optio S1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A810 Gallery and Pentax S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Pentax S1
A810 | S1 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | March 2011 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax S1 over the Canon A810
S1 | A810 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focusing |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Pentax S1
A810 | S1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon A810 vs Pentax S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A810 has exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Pentax S1 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).
Compare the Canon A810 and Pentax S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the A810 versus the S1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and S1 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Canon A810 vs Pentax S1 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing technical specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A810 and S1.
As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon A810 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher A810 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon A810 vs Pentax S1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Pentax Optio S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Pentax Optio S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2011-03-02 |
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 | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD with Anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171g (0.38 lbs) | 157g (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photos | 260 photos |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $99 | $174 |