Canon 170 IS vs FujiFilm S2500HD

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon 170 IS versus FujiFilm S2500HD, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 170 IS (20MP) and S2500HD (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The 170 IS was introduced 4 years after the S2500HD which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon 170 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the FujiFilm S2500HD being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 170 IS grades vs the S2500HD for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS & FujiFilm FinePix S2500HD. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 170 IS Gallery & FujiFilm S2500HD Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 170 IS features outer measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the FujiFilm S2500HD has measurements of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") along with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the 170 IS versus the S2500HD.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 170 IS and S2500HD is 95 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 170 IS and S2500HD.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Canon 170 IS to provide extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more recent 170 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.