Canon A810 vs Sony W730

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon A810 versus Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A810 (16MP) and the W730 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A810 was announced 11 months before the W730 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A810 matches up versus the W730 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A810 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A810 Gallery & Sony W730 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A810 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Sony W730 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the A810 and the W730.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and W730 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the A810 and W730.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you will want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged A810 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.