Canon A810 vs Sony H90
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![Canon PowerShot A810 front Canon PowerShot A810 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A810/Canon-A810-front.jpg)
![Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 front Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90/Sony-H90-front.jpg)
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Canon A810 vs Sony H90 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
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Released February 2012
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Canon A810 vs Sony H90 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon A810 versus Sony H90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A810 was announced within a month of the H90 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the A810 matches up against the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A810 vs Sony H90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Sony H90
A810 | H90 |
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Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Canon A810
H90 | A810 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Sony H90
A810 | H90 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2012 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon A810 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A810 offers physical 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) whilst the Sony H90 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A810 versus Sony H90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the A810 compared to the H90.
![Canon A810 vs Sony H90 size comparison Canon A810 vs Sony H90 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A810-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A810 and H90 is 93 and 91 respectively.
![Canon A810 vs Sony H90 top view buttons comparison Canon A810 vs Sony H90 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A810-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A810 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A810 and H90.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images but you should really factor the production date of the products into consideration.
![Canon A810 vs Sony H90 sensor size comparison Canon A810 vs Sony H90 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A810-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A810 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A810 vs Sony H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A810 vs Sony H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A810-vs-Sony-Cyber-shot-DSC-H90-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Portrait Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A810 vs Sony H90 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.70 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 lbs) | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 images | 290 images |
Type of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $99 | $230 |