Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000
93 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
17 Overall
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Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 136g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed July 2009
- Also referred to as X-925

Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the FE-4000 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A1100 IS was revealed 5 months prior to the FE-4000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the A1100 IS matches up vs the FE-4000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS and Olympus FE-4000. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A1100 IS Gallery and Olympus FE-4000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1100 IS over the Olympus FE-4000
A1100 IS | FE-4000 |
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Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4000 over the Canon A1100 IS
FE-4000 | A1100 IS | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A1100 IS and Olympus FE-4000
A1100 IS | FE-4000 | |||
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Revealed | February 2009 | ![]() | July 2009 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A1100 IS enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Olympus FE-4000 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A1100 IS against the FE-4000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1100 IS and FE-4000 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A1100 IS and FE-4000.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you should factor the production date of the cameras into account.

Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus FE-4000 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Olympus FE-4000 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot A1100 IS | Olympus FE-4000 |
Also called as | - | X-925 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | TruePic III |
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 | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/2.6-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 150g (0.33 pounds) | 136g (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (12 seconds) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | xD Picture Card, microSD Card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $160 | $130 |