Canon A3300 IS vs Fujifilm X30

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon A3300 IS and Fujifilm X30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the A3300 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the A3300 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The A3300 IS was released 4 years prior to the Fujifilm X30 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the A3300 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm X30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A3300 IS and Fujifilm X30. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A3300 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon A3300 IS offers external dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Fujifilm X30 has specifications of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Compare the Canon A3300 IS and Fujifilm X30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A3300 IS versus the Fujifilm X30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A3300 IS and Fujifilm X30 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Normally, its hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A3300 IS and Fujifilm X30.

All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A3300 IS due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Canon A3300 IS will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older A3300 IS will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.