Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 20mm
- Released January 2013
- Also Known as IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
- Announced November 2013
- Newer Model is Fujifilm X-A2

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1 Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) is relatively close but the Elph 115 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-A1 (APS-C) use totally different sensor measurements.

The Elph 115 IS was introduced 10 months prior to the Fujifilm X-A1 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon Elph 115 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Fujifilm X-A1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the Elph 115 IS grades versus the Fujifilm X-A1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon Elph 115 IS & Fujifilm X-A1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Fujifilm X-A1
Elph 115 IS | Fujifilm X-A1 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A1 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
Fujifilm X-A1 | Elph 115 IS | |||
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Announced | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 10 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Fujifilm X-A1
Elph 115 IS | Fujifilm X-A1 | |||
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Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon Elph 115 IS offers outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X-A1 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Analyze the Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Elph 115 IS against the Fujifilm X-A1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Elph 115 IS and Fujifilm X-A1 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The visual here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Elph 115 IS and Fujifilm X-A1.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Elph 115 IS uses the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh tougher. The older Elph 115 IS will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Fujifilm X-A1 Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Fujifilm X-A1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon Elph 115 IS | Fujifilm X-A1 |
Also Known as | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 49 |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Fujifilm X |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 54 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 7.00 m (ISO200m) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 330 gr (0.73 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
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 | 170 images | 350 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $225 | $329 |