Canon A1100 IS vs Olympus 8000

Below, we are evaluating the Canon A1100 IS and Olympus 8000, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A1100 IS (12MP) and the 8000 (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A1100 IS was announced 4 months before the 8000 so they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short overview of how the A1100 IS scores vs the 8000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A1100 IS & Olympus Stylus Tough 8000. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1100 IS Gallery & Olympus 8000 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A1100 IS provides outside dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Olympus 8000 has measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the A1100 IS against the 8000.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A1100 IS and 8000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1100 IS and 8000.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures but you will want to factor the age of the cameras into account.