Canon A495 vs Fujifilm S8100fd

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon A495 versus Fujifilm S8100fd, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A495 was released 12 months after the Fujifilm S8100fd which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the A495 matches up against the Fujifilm S8100fd for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A495 and Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The complete galleries are available at Canon A495 Gallery and Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon A495 comes with external measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8100fd has specifications of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Canon A495 versus Fujifilm S8100fd in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the A495 vs the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A495 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 93 and 75 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A495 and Fujifilm S8100fd.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern A495 provides an advantage in sensor technology.