Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S810c
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Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S810c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 220g - 103 x 61 x 38mm
- Launched June 2010
- Older Model is Canon SX200 IS
- New Model is Canon SX230 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-6.3) lens
- 216g - 113 x 64 x 28mm
- Introduced April 2014

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S810c Overview
Following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon SX210 IS versus Nikon S810c, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the SX210 IS (14MP) and the S810c (16MP) is very comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX210 IS was launched 4 years before the S810c which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SX210 IS matches up vs the S810c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S810c Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX210 IS and Nikon Coolpix S810c. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX210 IS Gallery and Nikon S810c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX210 IS over the Nikon S810c
SX210 IS | S810c | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Nikon S810c over the Canon SX210 IS
S810c | SX210 IS | |||
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Introduced | April 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 46 months |
Display dimension | 3.7" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 1229k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+999k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon SX210 IS and Nikon S810c
SX210 IS | S810c | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S810c Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX210 IS has got outer measurements of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Nikon S810c has dimensions of 113mm x 64mm x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX210 IS versus Nikon S810c in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX210 IS versus the S810c.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX210 IS and S810c is 90 and 91 respectively.

Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S810c Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX210 IS and S810c.
As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S810c to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged SX210 IS will be behind in sensor tech.

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Canon SX210 IS vs Nikon S810c Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Nikon Coolpix S810c | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX210 IS | Nikon Coolpix S810c |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2014-04-10 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
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 | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-392mm (14.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.3-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 1,229k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro, Manual (3 levels) | - |
External flash | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 220 grams (0.49 lbs) | 216 grams (0.48 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 61 x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") | 113 x 64 x 28mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 270 pictures |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-5L | EN-EL23 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | microSD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $226 | $350 |