Canon 170 IS vs Fujifilm XQ1

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon 170 IS versus Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the 170 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the 170 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The 170 IS was launched 14 months after the Fujifilm XQ1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the 170 IS matches up versus the Fujifilm XQ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS & Fujifilm XQ1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 170 IS Gallery & Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon 170 IS comes with outside 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) whilst the Fujifilm XQ1 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Canon 170 IS versus Fujifilm XQ1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 170 IS versus the Fujifilm XQ1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 170 IS and Fujifilm XQ1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading technical specs. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 170 IS and Fujifilm XQ1.

As you have seen, both cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 170 IS featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Canon 170 IS will offer more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent 170 IS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.