Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-S200
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Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-S200 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
- 141g - 100 x 58 x 23mm
- Released January 2015
- Other Name is IXUS 170
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 50 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 27-108mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
- 132g - 100 x 55 x 18mm
- Launched August 2010

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-S200 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Canon 170 IS and Casio EX-S200, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Casio. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the 170 IS (20MP) and EX-S200 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 170 IS was manufactured 4 years after the EX-S200 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 170 IS matches up against the EX-S200 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-S200 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS & Casio Exilim EX-S200. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 170 IS Gallery & Casio EX-S200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 170 IS over the Casio EX-S200
170 IS | EX-S200 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 54 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-S200 over the Canon 170 IS
EX-S200 | 170 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Common features in the Canon 170 IS and Casio EX-S200
170 IS | EX-S200 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch display |
Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-S200 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 170 IS provides physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Casio EX-S200 has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check out the Canon 170 IS and Casio EX-S200 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 170 IS vs the EX-S200.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the 170 IS and EX-S200 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-S200 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over technical specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 170 IS and EX-S200.
As you can tell, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Canon 170 IS to offer extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher 170 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-S200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-S200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS | Casio Exilim EX-S200 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Casio |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS | Casio Exilim EX-S200 |
Alternate name | IXUS 170 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2015-01-06 | 2010-08-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Exilim Engine 5.0 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 50 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 27-108mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 × 720 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141 grams (0.31 lb) | 132 grams (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 100 x 55 x 18mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L/LH | NP-120 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $149 | $0 |