Canon A3100 IS vs Olympus FE-45

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon A3100 IS and Olympus FE-45, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the FE-45 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was brought out 13 months after the FE-45 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A3100 IS scores against the FE-45 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3100 IS and Olympus FE-45. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A3100 IS Gallery and Olympus FE-45 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A3100 IS provides exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Olympus FE-45 has measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check out the Canon A3100 IS and Olympus FE-45 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the A3100 IS against the FE-45.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A3100 IS and FE-45 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading through a spec sheet. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3100 IS and FE-45.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon A3100 IS to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The younger A3100 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.