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Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37

Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
20
Overall
28
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS front
 
Fujifilm FinePix Z37 front
Portability
95
Imaging
32
Features
13
Overall
24

Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Key Specs

Canon A2100 IS
(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
  • Launched February 2009
Fujifilm Z37
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
  • 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
  • Announced July 2009
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Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Overview

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was released 5 months earlier than the Fujifilm Z37 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the A2100 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm Z37 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Fujifilm Z37

 A2100 IS Fujifilm Z37 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Canon A2100 IS

 Fujifilm Z37 A2100 IS 

Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Fujifilm Z37

 A2100 IS Fujifilm Z37 
AnnouncedFebruary 2009July 2009Similar generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Missing Touch friendly screen

Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Physical Comparison

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A2100 IS has got 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) and the Fujifilm Z37 has specifications of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the A2100 IS against the Fujifilm Z37.

Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 size comparison

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2100 IS and Fujifilm Z37 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 top view buttons comparison

Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A2100 IS and Fujifilm Z37.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon A2100 IS to give you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 sensor size comparison

Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon A2100 IS Portrait photography advice
Fujifilm Z37 Portrait photography advice
26
includes face detect focusing
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
19
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
no external flash support
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon A2100 IS as a Street photography camera
Fujifilm Z37 as a Street photography camera
55
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
54
lighter than competition (125g)
screen is fixed
lack of image stabilization
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon A2100 IS
Sports photography with Fujifilm Z37
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow fps (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
16
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A2100 IS as a Travel photography camera
Fujifilm Z37 as a Travel photography camera
50
built-in flash
lack of Timelapse function
MP count low (12 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
55
lighter than competition (125g)
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse mode
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
does not have selfie friendly display
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A2100 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Fujifilm Z37 as a Landscape photography camera
31
screen size is decent (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
manual exposure not possible
MP count low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
22
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
small screen (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
lack of image stabilization
low megapixels (10 megapixels)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A2100 IS Vlogging details
Fujifilm Z37 Vlogging details
27
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect focusing
wide angle not good (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.2)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of microphone port
25
lighter than competition (125g)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.7)
does not have selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
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Canon A2100 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2100 IS and Fujifilm Z37
 Canon PowerShot A2100 ISFujifilm FinePix Z37
General Information
Brand Name Canon FujiFilm
Model type Canon PowerShot A2100 IS Fujifilm FinePix Z37
Type Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Launched 2009-02-18 2009-07-22
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
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
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Total focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-216mm (6.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.7-4.2
Macro focusing range 1cm 8cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 seconds 3 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 3.10 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 185 grams (0.41 pounds) 125 grams (0.28 pounds)
Dimensions 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9")
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 NP-45A
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $220 $130