Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100
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Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Earlier Model is Canon SX700 HS
- Replacement is Canon SX720 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-107mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 124g - 92 x 61 x 22mm
- Revealed February 2009

Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100 Overview
Here is a in-depth overview of the Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SX710 HS (20MP) and Fujifilm A100 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The SX710 HS was unveiled 6 years later than the Fujifilm A100 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX710 HS grades vs the Fujifilm A100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX710 HS and Fujifilm FinePix A100. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX710 HS Gallery and Fujifilm A100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Fujifilm A100
SX710 HS | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 73 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Canon SX710 HS
Fujifilm A100 | SX710 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX710 HS and Fujifilm A100
SX710 HS | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX710 HS has external measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Fujifilm A100 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the SX710 HS and the Fujifilm A100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX710 HS and Fujifilm A100 is 89 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX710 HS and Fujifilm A100.
As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon SX710 HS to give you extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent SX710 HS is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX710 HS vs Fujifilm A100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | Fujifilm FinePix A100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-02-04 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-750mm (30.0x) | 36-107mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
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 | 230 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $349 | $0 |