Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS
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![Canon PowerShot A2100 IS front Canon PowerShot A2100 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS.jpg)
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Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
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Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Canon A2100 IS versus Canon A3100 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are designed by Canon. The image resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the A3100 IS (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A2100 IS was released 10 months before the A3100 IS and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the A2100 IS grades against the A3100 IS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS and Canon PowerShot A3100 IS. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery and Canon A3100 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Canon A3100 IS
A2100 IS | A3100 IS | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Canon A2100 IS
A3100 IS | A2100 IS | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Canon A3100 IS
A2100 IS | A3100 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2100 IS provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Canon A3100 IS has specifications of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A2100 IS versus Canon A3100 IS in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A2100 IS versus the A3100 IS.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS size comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability score of the A2100 IS and A3100 IS is 92 and 94 respectively.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS top view buttons comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and A3100 IS.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you really should consider the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A2100 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS sensor size comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2100-IS-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3100-IS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon A2100 IS vs Canon A3100 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-02-18 | 2010-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 file 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) | 165 gr (0.36 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 ID | 2 x AA | NB-8L |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $220 | $159 |