Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FH25
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Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Launched August 2013
- Earlier Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 524g - 122 x 81 x 83mm
- Introduced July 2010

Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FH25 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Canon SX170 IS versus Casio EX-FH25, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Casio. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and EX-FH25 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was unveiled 3 years after the EX-FH25 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Casio EX-FH25 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX170 IS grades against the EX-FH25 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FH25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Casio Exilim EX-FH25. The full galleries are available at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Casio EX-FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Casio EX-FH25
SX170 IS | EX-FH25 | |||
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Introduced | August 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 39 months |
Reasons to pick Casio EX-FH25 over the Canon SX170 IS
EX-FH25 | SX170 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Casio EX-FH25
SX170 IS | EX-FH25 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FH25 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS provides outer measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Casio EX-FH25 has specifications of 122mm x 81mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") having a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).
See the Canon SX170 IS versus Casio EX-FH25 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the EX-FH25.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and EX-FH25 is 88 and 69 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FH25 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The picture below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and EX-FH25.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SX170 IS to provide more detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent SX170 IS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FH25 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX170 IS vs Casio EX-FH25 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Casio Exilim EX-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Casio |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Casio Exilim EX-FH25 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-08-22 | 2010-07-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 26-520mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-4.5 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 40.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (120, 30fps), 448 x 336 (30, 120, 240 fps), 224 x 168 (420 fps), 224 x 64 (1000 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 251 gr (0.55 lb) | 524 gr (1.16 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 122 x 81 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.3") |
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 | 300 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Triple) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $0 | $450 |