Canon A810 vs Sony S2000
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93 Imaging
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Canon A810 vs Sony S2000 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010
Canon A810 vs Sony S2000 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Canon A810 and Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the A810 (16MP) and S2000 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Peek Behind the Lens of 'Photographer' and Their Go-To CamerasThe A810 was announced 2 years later than the S2000 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A810 matches up vs the S2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A810 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A810 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Sony S2000
A810 | S2000 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | January 2010 | More recent by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Canon A810
S2000 | A810 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Sony S2000
A810 | S2000 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Canon A810 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 provides 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) whilst the Sony S2000 has measurements of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Canon A810 and Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the A810 vs the S2000.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A810 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Canon A810 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and S2000.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A810 to give greater detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern A810 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon A810 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 grams (0.38 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Battery form | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $99 | $225 |