Canon 170 IS vs Nikon A10
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Canon 170 IS vs Nikon A10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
- 141g - 100 x 58 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Additionally Known as IXUS 170
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 160g - 96 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched January 2016
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Here, we are matching up the Canon 170 IS versus Nikon A10, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the 170 IS (20MP) and A10 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 170 IS was unveiled 12 months before the A10 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 170 IS scores against the A10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS and Nikon Coolpix A10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 170 IS Gallery and Nikon A10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 170 IS over the Nikon A10
| 170 IS | A10 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon A10 over the Canon 170 IS
| A10 | 170 IS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2016 |  | January 2015 | More modern by 12 months |
Common features in the Canon 170 IS and Nikon A10
| 170 IS | A10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Same display dimensions |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon 170 IS vs Nikon A10 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 170 IS offers physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon A10 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 170 IS versus Nikon A10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 170 IS compared to the A10.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 170 IS and A10 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Canon 170 IS vs Nikon A10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 170 IS and A10.
All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Canon 170 IS to offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 170 IS is going to be behind in sensor technology.
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Canon 170 IS vs Nikon A10 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS | Nikon Coolpix A10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS | Nikon Coolpix A10 |
| Also called as | IXUS 170 | - |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2016-01-14 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.2-6.5 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter rate | 0.8 frames/s | 1.2 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 3.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, off, fill flash, slow sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB 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 (30p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) | 160 gr (0.35 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 96 x 59 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| 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 shots | 200 shots |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | AA |
| Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at release | $149 | $90 |