Canon A810 vs Sony HX50V

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon A810 versus Sony HX50V, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A810 was unveiled 14 months earlier than the HX50V which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the A810 scores against the HX50V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A810 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 provides outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) while the Sony HX50V has measurements of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A810 against the HX50V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A810 and HX50V is 93 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A810 and HX50V.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony HX50V to result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged A810 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.