Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm Z300
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Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 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
- Revealed January 2015
- Also Known as IXUS 170
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-180mm (F3.9-6.4) lens
- 155g - 92 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched June 2009

Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Canon 170 IS and Fujifilm Z300, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the 170 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm Z300 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The 170 IS was launched 5 years later than the Fujifilm Z300 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the 170 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm Z300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS & Fujifilm FinePix Z300. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 170 IS Gallery & Fujifilm Z300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 170 IS over the Fujifilm Z300
170 IS | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | ![]() | June 2009 | More recent by 68 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z300 over the Canon 170 IS
Fujifilm Z300 | 170 IS | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 170 IS and Fujifilm Z300
170 IS | Fujifilm Z300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 170 IS has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z300 has measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Look at the Canon 170 IS and Fujifilm Z300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 170 IS versus the Fujifilm Z300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 170 IS and Fujifilm Z300 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The visual here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 170 IS and Fujifilm Z300.
As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon 170 IS to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 170 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm Z300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z300 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 170 | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2009-06-12 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.9-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 9cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 141 grams (0.31 lb) | 155 grams (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 92 x 57 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 images | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple Timer, Group Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $149 | $0 |