Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810
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![Canon PowerShot SX400 IS front Canon PowerShot SX400 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS/Canon-SX400-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 313g - 104 x 69 x 80mm
- Released July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 23-585mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 430g - 111 x 76 x 83mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Refreshed by Nikon L820
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Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the SX400 IS (16MP) and the L810 (16MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The SX400 IS was launched 2 years later than the L810 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the SX400 IS grades against the L810 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Nikon Coolpix L810. The complete galleries are available at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Nikon L810 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX400 IS over the Nikon L810
SX400 IS | L810 | |||
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Introduced | July 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L810 over the Canon SX400 IS
L810 | SX400 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX400 IS and Nikon L810
SX400 IS | L810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SX400 IS provides external dimensions of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) whilst the Nikon L810 has measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs).
Check the Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the SX400 IS versus the L810.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 size comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L810-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX400 IS and L810 is 81 and 74 respectively.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 top view buttons comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L810-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX400 IS and L810.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images though you might want to consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX400 IS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
![Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 sensor size comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L810-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SX400-IS-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-L810-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon SX400 IS vs Nikon L810 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Nikon Coolpix L810 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX400 IS | Nikon Coolpix L810 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-07-29 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-720mm (30.0x) | 23-585mm (25.4x) |
Max aperture | f/3.4-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 0cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 921 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.2 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 313g (0.69 lbs) | 430g (0.95 lbs) |
Dimensions | 104 x 69 x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") | 111 x 76 x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 190 pictures | 300 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $229 | $280 |