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Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15

Portability
95
Imaging
45
Features
29
Overall
38
Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS front
 
Casio Exilim EX-ZS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
15
Overall
28

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 Key Specs

Canon 170 IS
(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
  • Alternate Name is IXUS 170
Casio EX-ZS15
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • " Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 0
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 154g - 103 x 59 x 20mm
  • Released July 2011
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Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 Overview

Below is a complete comparison of the Canon 170 IS versus Casio EX-ZS15, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Canon and Casio. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the 170 IS (20MP) and EX-ZS15 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The 170 IS was brought out 3 years later than the EX-ZS15 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 170 IS matches up vs the EX-ZS15 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Canon 170 IS over the Casio EX-ZS15

 170 IS EX-ZS15 
ReleasedJanuary 2015July 2011More recent by 43 months
Screen dimensions2.7""Bigger screen (+2.7")
Screen resolution230k0kSharper screen (+230k dot)

Reasons to pick Casio EX-ZS15 over the Canon 170 IS

 EX-ZS15 170 IS 

Common features in the Canon 170 IS and Casio EX-ZS15

 170 IS EX-ZS15 
Manual focus No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither includes Touch friendly screen

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 170 IS features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Casio EX-ZS15 has dimensions of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 154 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the 170 IS and the EX-ZS15.

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 170 IS and EX-ZS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 top view buttons comparison

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 170 IS and EX-ZS15.

All in all, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon 170 IS to result in extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent 170 IS should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 sensor size comparison

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon 170 IS
Portrait photography with Casio EX-ZS15
38
MP count decent (20MP)
features face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
no manual mode
can't use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
28
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon 170 IS
Street photography with Casio EX-ZS15
59
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
48
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than competition (154 grams)
low maximum ISO (0)
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Sports Comparison

Canon 170 IS Sports photography advice
Casio EX-ZS15 Sports photography advice
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
features tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (0.8 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
32
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon 170 IS Travel photography factors
Casio EX-ZS15 Travel photography factors
69
MP count decent (20 megapixels)
has built in flash
really wide (25mm)
very long zoom (300mm)
no Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.6)
61
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
great max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition (154g)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Canon 170 IS Landscape photography factors
Casio EX-ZS15 Landscape photography factors
41
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (20MP)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
no Timelapse recording
32
great max aperture (f)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
no manual focus
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
small screen (")
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
low maximum ISO (0)
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon 170 IS
Vlogging with Casio EX-ZS15
32
really wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
features face detect focusing
slow max aperture (f3.6)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone jack
26
great max aperture (f)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic support
heavier than competition (154 grams)
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Canon 170 IS vs Casio EX-ZS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon 170 IS and Casio EX-ZS15
 Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 ISCasio Exilim EX-ZS15
General Information
Brand Canon Casio
Model Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS Casio Exilim EX-ZS15
Other name IXUS 170 -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Released 2015-01-06 2011-07-18
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Powered by DIGIC 4+ -
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 surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 20 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 5152 x 3864 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 1600 -
Minimum native ISO 100 -
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 25-300mm (12.0x) ()
Highest aperture f/3.6-7.0 -
Macro focus range 1cm -
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" -
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 0 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 15 secs -
Fastest shutter speed 1/2000 secs -
Continuous shutter rate 0.8 frames/s -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.00 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, on, off, slow synchro no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure 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 x 720
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 141 grams (0.31 lb) 154 grams (0.34 lb)
Physical dimensions 100 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") 103 x 59 x 20mm (4.1" 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
Battery life 200 images -
Battery style Battery Pack -
Battery model NB-11L/LH -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) -
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC card -
Card slots 1 1
Price at release $149 $248