Canon A3100 IS vs Canon SX410 IS
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Canon A3100 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-960mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 325g - 104 x 69 x 85mm
- Revealed February 2015

Canon A3100 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon A3100 IS versus Canon SX410 IS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Canon. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the A3100 IS (12MP) and SX410 IS (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A3100 IS was revealed 6 years prior to the SX410 IS which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A3100 IS scores versus the SX410 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A3100 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS & Canon PowerShot SX410 IS. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A3100 IS Gallery & Canon SX410 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Canon SX410 IS
A3100 IS | SX410 IS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX410 IS over the Canon A3100 IS
SX410 IS | A3100 IS | |||
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Revealed | February 2015 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 61 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A3100 IS and Canon SX410 IS
A3100 IS | SX410 IS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon A3100 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon A3100 IS enjoys external measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Canon SX410 IS has measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") with a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Compare the Canon A3100 IS versus Canon SX410 IS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the A3100 IS versus the SX410 IS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A3100 IS and SX410 IS is 94 and 80 respectively.

Canon A3100 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A3100 IS and SX410 IS.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX410 IS to provide more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged A3100 IS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon A3100 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3100 IS vs Canon SX410 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Canon PowerShot SX410 IS |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2015-02-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | DIGIC 4+ |
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 | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5152 x 3864 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-960mm (40.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 0cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 0.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, flash on, slow synchro, flash off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 165g (0.36 lb) | 325g (0.72 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 69 x 85mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 185 photos |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-8L | NB-11LH |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $159 | $199 |