Canon A3000 IS vs Fujifilm X20

Here is a in depth review of the Canon A3000 IS versus Fujifilm X20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A3000 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) is very well matched but the A3000 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X20 (2/3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The A3000 IS was revealed 4 years earlier than the Fujifilm X20 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the A3000 IS scores versus the Fujifilm X20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A3000 IS and Fujifilm X20. The full galleries are provided at Canon A3000 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X20 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A3000 IS offers external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm X20 has sizing of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A3000 IS versus Fujifilm X20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the A3000 IS vs the Fujifilm X20.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3000 IS and Fujifilm X20 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3000 IS and Fujifilm X20.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The A3000 IS with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Fujifilm X20 will give extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The older A3000 IS is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.