Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd
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Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Introduced January 2009

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A3100 IS was announced 12 months later than the Fujifilm S8100fd which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the A3100 IS grades versus the Fujifilm S8100fd with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Fujifilm S8100fd
A3100 IS | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Canon A3100 IS
Fujifilm S8100fd | A3100 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus |
Common features in the Canon A3100 IS and Fujifilm S8100fd
A3100 IS | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A3100 IS provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8100fd has proportions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the A3100 IS vs the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A3100 IS and Fujifilm S8100fd is 94 and 75 respectively.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A3100 IS and Fujifilm S8100fd.
As you can tell, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon A3100 IS to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer A3100 IS will have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm S8100fd Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-05 | 2009-01-15 |
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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.5 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 grams (0.36 lb) | 405 grams (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-8L | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $159 | $300 |