Canon PowerShot A810 vs Fujifilm FinePix XP50

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon PowerShot A810 and the Fujifilm FinePix XP50, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Canon PowerShot A810 was introduced in February 2012 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50 was introduced in January 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Canon PowerShot A810 Highlights

      • 16.0 MP 1/2.3-inch CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 9 Focus Points (9 Cross-type)
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 0.8 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50 Highlights

      • 14.4 MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 3,200 Native ISO
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.70" 230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 3.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon PowerShot A810 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50.

      PROS

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      •   Video Capture
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Light - 171 g (0.38 lb / 6.03 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz)
      •   Internal Storage
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      •   Small Sensor
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.4 Megapixel
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"

      Advantage of Canon PowerShot A810

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon PowerShot A810 over Fujifilm FinePix XP50.

      Canon PowerShot A810 vs Fujifilm FinePix XP50
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.0 Megapixel vs 14.4 Megapixel
      Multi Area Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Maximum Aperture at Wide End f/2.8 vs f/3.9
      Min Macro Focus Distance 3 cm vs 9 cm
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 15 sec vs 4 sec
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      Lighter 171 g (0.38 lb / 6.03 oz) vs 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz)

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      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix XP50 over Canon PowerShot A810.

      Canon PowerShot A810 vs Fujifilm FinePix XP50
      Higher Native ISO 1,600 vs 3,200
      Maximum Aperture at Tele End f/6.9 vs f/4.9
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 0.8 fps vs 3.0 fps
      Higher Video Resolution 1280 x 720 vs 1920 x 1080
      HDMI Output vs Mini
      Environmental Sealing vs
      Water Proof vs
      Dust Proof vs
      Shock Proof vs
      Freeze Proof vs

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon PowerShot A810 Fujifilm FinePix XP50
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO1,6003,200
        Image Stabilization
        Built-in Flash
        Light171 g (0.38 lb / 6.03 oz)175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Canon PowerShot A810 Fujifilm FinePix XP50
        Small Sensor1/2.3-inch1/2.3-inch
        Timelapse Recording
        Few Cross-type Focus Points00
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Resolution Screen230k dot230k dot
        No Viewfinder
        Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain)1/2000 sec1/2000 sec
        Low Max Continuous Shooting0.8 fps3.0 fps
        No External Flash Connectivity
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201920 x 1080
        No Microphone Input
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        Short Battery Life220 shots220 shots

      Screen

      Screen

      Canon PowerShot A810 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50 have 2.70" Fixed screens with 230k dot resolution.

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot A810 features a 16.0 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CCD sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 28.1 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600. Fujifilm FinePix XP50 features a 14.4 megapixel 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor with dimensions of 6.17 x 4.55 mm and a total area of 20.7 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 3,200.

      Photography Features

      Canon PowerShot A810 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 2592, 3264 x 2448, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 with 4:3, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm FinePix XP50 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3072 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4320 x 3240, 4320 x 2432, 3072 x 2304, 3072 x 1728, 2048 x 1532, 1920 x 1080 with 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Image Stabilization

      The cameras have a built-in [y] image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon PowerShot A810 comes with 2 x AA battery pack with battery life of 220 shots and Fujifilm FinePix XP50 comes with NP-45A battery pack with battery life of 220 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/2000 sec on Canon PowerShot A810, and up to 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix XP50. Canon PowerShot A810 can shoot continuously up to 0.8 fps. Fujifilm FinePix XP50 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 3.00 m on Canon PowerShot A810 and 3.10 m on Fujifilm FinePix XP50..

      Physical Parameters

      Canon PowerShot A810 body has dimensions of 95 x 62 x 30 mm (3.74 x 2.44 x 1.18") and Fujifilm FinePix XP50 body has dimensions of 99 x 68 x 26 mm (3.9 x 2.68 x 1.02"). Canon PowerShot A810 weighs 171 g (0.38 lb / 6.03 oz) and Fujifilm FinePix XP50 weighs 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz).

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

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      62 mm

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      99 mm

      68 mm

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      Size comparisons of Canon PowerShot A810 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      Canon PowerShot A810 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      POOR
      48
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 171 g (0.38 lb / 6.03 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Small Sensor
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 171 g (0.38 lb / 6.03 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon PowerShot A810 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50 and give them scores of 50 and 56 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      OVERALL
      50
      OVERALL
      56

      Sensor

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      POOR
      46
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.0 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      POOR
      51
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 14.4 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   3,200 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 0.8 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity
      AVERAGE
      60
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/2000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No External Flash Connectivity

      Video

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      POOR
      43
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      POOR
      46
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      AVERAGE
      66
      •   9 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder
      POOR
      50
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.70"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 230k dot
      •   No Viewfinder

      Connectivity

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      BAD
      36
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      55
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon PowerShot A810

      Fujifilm FinePix XP50

      POOR
      45
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 171 g (0.38 lb / 6.03 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 175 g (0.39 lb / 6.17 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 220 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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