Canon 170 IS vs Panasonic FS7
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Canon 170 IS vs Panasonic FS7 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 - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 139g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Released January 2009
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Following is a detailed review of the Canon 170 IS and Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the 170 IS (20MP) and FS7 (10MP) and the 170 IS (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") have different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 170 IS was launched 6 years after the FS7 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the 170 IS grades vs the FS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 170 IS Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 170 IS over the Panasonic FS7
| 170 IS | FS7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2015 |  | January 2009 | More modern by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS7 over the Canon 170 IS
| FS7 | 170 IS |
|---|
Common features in the Canon 170 IS and Panasonic FS7
| 170 IS | FS7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen sizing |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither has Touch screen |
Canon 170 IS vs Panasonic FS7 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon 170 IS has 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) whilst the Panasonic FS7 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Canon 170 IS and Panasonic FS7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the 170 IS against the FS7.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 170 IS and FS7 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Canon 170 IS vs Panasonic FS7 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The image underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 170 IS and FS7.
Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 170 IS due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon 170 IS will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent 170 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon 170 IS vs Panasonic FS7 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7 |
| Also called as | IXUS 170 | - |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Revealed | 2015-01-06 | 2009-01-16 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | DIGIC 4+ | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 24.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 6.3 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 0.8fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 141g (0.31 lb) | 139g (0.31 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 pictures | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $149 | $160 |
