Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100
94 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
25


95 Imaging
33 Features
14 Overall
25
Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Introduced February 2009

Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A3000 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A3000 IS was introduced 12 months after the Fujifilm A100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the A3000 IS scores versus the Fujifilm A100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS & Fujifilm FinePix A100. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3000 IS Gallery & Fujifilm A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3000 IS over the Fujifilm A100
A3000 IS | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Canon A3000 IS
Fujifilm A100 | A3000 IS |
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Common features in the Canon A3000 IS and Fujifilm A100
A3000 IS | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A3000 IS provides external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm A100 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the A3000 IS and the Fujifilm A100.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3000 IS and Fujifilm A100 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A3000 IS and Fujifilm A100.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photos but you should always consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern A3000 IS provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm A100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | Fujifilm FinePix A100 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2009-02-04 |
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 | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 36-107mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
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 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lb) | 124g (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" 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 | NB-8L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $240 | $0 |