Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S3500
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Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S3500 Key Specs
(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
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-182mm (F3.4-6.4) lens
- 129g - 97 x 58 x 21mm
- Introduced February 2013

Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S3500 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm A100 and Nikon S3500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Nikon. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and S3500 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A100 was brought out 5 years before the S3500 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the Fujifilm A100 grades against the S3500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S3500 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A100 & Nikon Coolpix S3500. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm A100 Gallery & Nikon S3500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A100 over the Nikon S3500
Fujifilm A100 | S3500 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S3500 over the Fujifilm A100
S3500 | Fujifilm A100 | |||
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Introduced | February 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 49 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm A100 and Nikon S3500
Fujifilm A100 | S3500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S3500 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Fujifilm A100 has got outer dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Nikon S3500 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm A100 and Nikon S3500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm A100 vs the S3500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A100 and S3500 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S3500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm A100 and S3500.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Nikon S3500 to produce extra detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A100 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S3500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm A100 vs Nikon S3500 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Nikon |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A100 | Nikon Coolpix S3500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-02-04 | 2013-02-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5152 x 3864 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-107mm (3.0x) | 26-182mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.4-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.90 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 124 grams (0.27 pounds) | 129 grams (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 61 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 97 x 58 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $0 | $85 |