Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800
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Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 251g - 108 x 71 x 44mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Succeeded the Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-720mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 518g - 122 x 93 x 100mm
- Announced January 2013

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Overview
Lets look more closely at the Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S4800 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was unveiled 7 months after the Fujifilm S4800 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S4800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX170 IS grades versus the Fujifilm S4800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S4800. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S4800 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Fujifilm S4800
SX170 IS | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Announced | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S4800 over the Canon SX170 IS
Fujifilm S4800 | SX170 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm S4800
SX170 IS | Fujifilm S4800 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS has outer dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S4800 has specifications of 122mm x 93mm x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") with a weight of 518 grams (1.14 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX170 IS against the Fujifilm S4800.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the SX170 IS and Fujifilm S4800 is 88 and 66 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX170 IS and Fujifilm S4800.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of images although you need to factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher SX170 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S4800 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S4800 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-08-22 | 2013-01-30 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
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 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.00 m (Wide: 40 cm–7.0 m / Tele: 2.5m–3.6 m) |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251g (0.55 lbs) | 518g (1.14 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 122 x 93 x 100mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 3.9") |
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 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $0 | $229 |