Canon A1100 IS vs Canon A2100 IS
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92 Imaging
34 Features
20 Overall
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Canon A1100 IS vs Canon A2100 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 150g - 95 x 62 x 31mm
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Released February 2009
Canon A1100 IS vs Canon A2100 IS Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon A1100 IS and Canon A2100 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both are produced by Canon. The resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the A2100 IS (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A1100 IS was launched within a month of the A2100 IS which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A1100 IS grades versus the A2100 IS with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A1100 IS vs Canon A2100 IS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Canon PowerShot A2100 IS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Canon A2100 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Canon A2100 IS
A1100 IS | A2100 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Canon A1100 IS
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Canon A2100 IS
A1100 IS | A2100 IS | |||
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Released | February 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon A1100 IS vs Canon A2100 IS Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A1100 IS has got physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Canon A2100 IS has measurements of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Canon A1100 IS and Canon A2100 IS in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the A1100 IS versus the A2100 IS.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A1100 IS and A2100 IS is 93 and 92 respectively.
Canon A1100 IS vs Canon A2100 IS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1100 IS and A2100 IS.
To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you have to factor the release date of the products into consideration.
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Canon A1100 IS vs Canon A2100 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-02-18 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 36-216mm (6.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.5" | 3" |
Display resolution | 115k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150 grams (0.33 lbs) | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $160 | $220 |