Canon A800 vs Fujifilm S8100fd
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Canon A800 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 186g - 94 x 61 x 31mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 405g - 111 x 78 x 79mm
- Revealed January 2009

Canon A800 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon A800 and Fujifilm S8100fd, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the A800 (10MP) and the Fujifilm S8100fd (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A800 was unveiled 24 months later than the Fujifilm S8100fd which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the A800 grades versus the Fujifilm S8100fd in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A800 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A800 & Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A800 Gallery & Fujifilm S8100fd Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A800 over the Fujifilm S8100fd
A800 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S8100fd over the Canon A800
Fujifilm S8100fd | A800 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Clearer screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A800 and Fujifilm S8100fd
A800 | Fujifilm S8100fd | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon A800 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon A800 has outside dimensions of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Fujifilm S8100fd has proportions of 111mm x 78mm x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") and a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A800 and Fujifilm S8100fd in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A800 vs the Fujifilm S8100fd.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A800 and Fujifilm S8100fd is 93 and 75 respectively.

Canon A800 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the A800 and Fujifilm S8100fd.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs although you would want to consider the age of the products into consideration. The more modern A800 provides a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon A800 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A800 vs Fujifilm S8100fd Specifications
Canon PowerShot A800 | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A800 | Fujifilm FinePix S8100fd |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 3 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 8.80 m (Auto ISO (800)) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 30 fps, 320 x 240 30 fps |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 186g (0.41 pounds) | 405g (0.89 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 61 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 111 x 78 x 79mm (4.4" x 3.1" x 3.1") |
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 | 300 photographs | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus | xD Picturecard/SD/SDHC/MMC |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $90 | $300 |