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The Canon PowerShot A3100 IS Digital Camera (Silver) is a sleek and compact camera that is simple to use and well suited to the amateur photographer. With a resolution of 12.1 megapixels and a 4x optical zoom, the A3100 provides the performance and features that are perfect for photographing family events, keeping up with children at play, or recording scenes and events during a vacation or business trip.
The camera has everything you need to make shooting fast, easy and fun including a large 2.7" LCD. There is a full range of performance features including enhanced Face Detection technology, and a DIGIC III Image Processor to keep every image looking its best. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack is lighter then AA batteries, and provides power for taking many photos and videos. The camera is compatible with SDHC and SDXC storage cards, offering up to 2TB (SDXC only) of convenient and reliable memory that users can take anywhere.
Even when the light is low, with a high 1600 ISO, optical image stabilization, and Low Light Mode you can still get great photos without using the built-in flash. Other features include Smart Auto Mode with Scene Detection Technology that recognizes up to 18 different scenes and automatically applies the optimum setting. You can also choose from 18 different scene modes including Super Vivid Mode and Poster Effect Mode. The PowerShot A3000 also features high quality construction and a stylish pocket-size design, making it a perfect travel companion.
| Imaging | |
|---|---|
| Resolution | Effective: 12.1 Megapixel, Actual Pixels: 12.4 Megapixel |
| Sensor | 1/2.3" CCD |
| File Formats |
Still Images: JPEG Movies: AVI Audio: WAV |
| Max Resolution | 4000 x 3000 |
| Other Resolutions |
3264 x 2448 2592 x 1944 1600 x 1200 640 x 480 4000 x 2248 @ 16:9 1600 x 1200 1 Please Note:1600 x 1200 is Low Light Mode close |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image Stabilization | Optical |
| Optics | |
|---|---|
| Lens |
EFL: 6.2-24.8 mm (35mm equivalent: 35-140 mm) Aperture: f/2.7 (W) - 5.6 (T) |
| Zoom | Optical: 4x |
| Focus Range |
Auto: 12" (30.48 cm) - Infinity Macro: 1.2" (3.05 cm) - 24" (60.96 cm) |
| Exposure Control | |
|---|---|
| ISO Sensitivity | Auto, 100-1600 |
| Shutter | 15 - 1/1600 seconds |
| Exposure Metering | Center-weighted, Evaluative, Spot |
| Exposure Modes |
Modes: Auto, Program Compensation: -2 EV to +2 EV (in 1/3 EV steps) |
| White Balance Modes | Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Fluorescent, Manual, Fluorescent H |
| Burst Rate | Up to 0.8 fps |
| Self Timer |
10 Seconds, 2 Seconds
2
Please Note:10-seconds delay/approx. 2-sec. delay/custom* Shooting start time (0-10 sec (in one-second increments), 15/20/30 sec.) and number of shots (1-10 (in one-second increments)) can be specified. close |
| Flash | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Flash | Yes: Auto, Flash On, Off, Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync |
| Effective Flash Range | 1 - 13' (0.30 - 3.96 m) |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Built-in Memory | None |
| Memory Card Type |
SD SDHC SDXC MMC |
| Still Images per GB | JPEG: 307 @ Highest Resolution |
| Recording | |
|---|---|
| Video Recording | Yes, NTSC/PAL |
| Video | |
|---|---|
| Video Clip Length | Limited by Memory Card Capacity |
| Audio Recording | With Video, Mono |
| Viewfinder/Display | |
|---|---|
| Viewfinder Type | None |
| Screen | 2.7" LCD (230000 pixels) |
| Connectivity/System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 |
| Software Requirements |
Windows: XP, Vista, 7 Mac: OS X 10.1 or later |
| Environmental | |
|---|---|
| Operating/Storage Temperature |
32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C) Humidity: 10 - 90% |
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Battery | NB-8L Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack |
| AC Power Adapter | ACK-DC60 (Optional) |
| Physical | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 3.83 x 2.29 x 1.11" / 97.28 x 58.17 x 28.19 mm |
| Weight | 5.47 oz / 155 g (Camera body only) |