Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm XP30
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94 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm XP30 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)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 165g - 99 x 68 x 24mm
- Announced August 2011
- Replaced the FujiFilm XP10
- Newer Model is Fujifilm XP50

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm XP30 Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon A3100 IS and Fujifilm XP30, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the Fujifilm XP30 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A3100 IS was introduced 19 months earlier than the Fujifilm XP30 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the A3100 IS matches up against the Fujifilm XP30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm XP30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS & Fujifilm FinePix XP30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A3100 IS Gallery & Fujifilm XP30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A3100 IS over the Fujifilm XP30
A3100 IS | Fujifilm XP30 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP30 over the Canon A3100 IS
Fujifilm XP30 | A3100 IS | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 19 months |
Common features in the Canon A3100 IS and Fujifilm XP30
A3100 IS | Fujifilm XP30 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal screen measurements |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm XP30 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A3100 IS features outside measurements 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 XP30 has specifications of 99mm x 68mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A3100 IS and Fujifilm XP30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A3100 IS versus the Fujifilm XP30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A3100 IS and Fujifilm XP30 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm XP30 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A3100 IS and Fujifilm XP30.
Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Fujifilm XP30 to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older A3100 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm XP30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A3100 IS vs Fujifilm XP30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot A3100 IS | Fujifilm FinePix XP30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-01-05 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | 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 | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.6 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 165 gr (0.36 lb) | 165 gr (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 99 x 68 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 200 pictures |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-8L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus | SD / SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $159 | $240 |