Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR
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Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 145g - 95 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 12800)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.5-5.3) lens
- 215g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix F305EXR

Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the A4000 IS (16MP) and F300EXR (12MP) and the A4000 IS (1/2.3") and F300EXR (1/2") feature totally different sensor sizing.

The A4000 IS was launched 19 months later than the F300EXR which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the A4000 IS matches up against the F300EXR with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A4000 IS and FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A4000 IS Gallery and FujiFilm F300EXR Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A4000 IS over the FujiFilm F300EXR
A4000 IS | F300EXR | |||
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Introduced | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2010 | Fresher by 19 months |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm F300EXR over the Canon A4000 IS
F300EXR | A4000 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A4000 IS and FujiFilm F300EXR
A4000 IS | F300EXR | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A4000 IS provides external measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs) while the FujiFilm F300EXR has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the A4000 IS compared to the F300EXR.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A4000 IS and F300EXR is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The photograph below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A4000 IS and F300EXR.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A4000 IS featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Canon A4000 IS will result in greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern A4000 IS will have an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A4000 IS vs FujiFilm F300EXR Specifications
Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A4000 IS | FujiFilm FinePix F300EXR |
Also called as | - | FinePix F305EXR |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2012-02-07 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | EXR |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.4 x 4.8mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 30.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.6 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.20 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 145 gr (0.32 lbs) | 215 gr (0.47 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 | 175 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $199 | $280 |