Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX120 IS
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Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX120 IS Key Specs
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- 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
- Announced February 2009
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- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-360mm (F2.8-4.3) lens
- 285g - 111 x 71 x 45mm
- Introduced August 2009
Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX120 IS Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Canon A2100 IS versus Canon SX120 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the SX120 IS (10MP) is relatively similar but the A2100 IS (1/2.3") and SX120 IS (1/2.5") posses totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A2100 IS was released 6 months prior to the SX120 IS and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A2100 IS scores versus the SX120 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX120 IS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2100 IS & Canon PowerShot SX120 IS. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2100 IS Gallery & Canon SX120 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Canon SX120 IS
A2100 IS | SX120 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX120 IS over the Canon A2100 IS
SX120 IS | A2100 IS | |||
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Manually focus | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Canon SX120 IS
A2100 IS | SX120 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2009 | August 2009 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither offers Touch screen |
Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX120 IS Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2100 IS offers external 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 SX120 IS has dimensions of 111mm x 71mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 285 grams (0.63 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2100 IS versus Canon SX120 IS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the A2100 IS vs the SX120 IS.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and SX120 IS is 92 and 87 respectively.
Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX120 IS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2100 IS and SX120 IS.
As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The A2100 IS featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Canon A2100 IS will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots more aggressively.
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Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SX120 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2100 IS | Canon PowerShot SX120 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-02-18 | 2009-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-216mm (6.0x) | 36-360mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.2-5.9 | f/2.8-4.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2500 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/500 seconds |
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), 160 x 120 (15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 285 gr (0.63 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 111 x 71 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
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 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $220 | $249 |