Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W
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Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W 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
- Introduced August 2013
- Old Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Revealed January 2014

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm S9400W (16MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was unveiled 4 months before the Fujifilm S9400W which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm S9400W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the SX170 IS grades versus the Fujifilm S9400W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Fujifilm FinePix S9400W. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Fujifilm S9400W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Fujifilm S9400W
SX170 IS | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9400W over the Canon SX170 IS
Fujifilm S9400W | SX170 IS | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm S9400W
SX170 IS | Fujifilm S9400W | |||
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Revealed | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2014 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX170 IS comes with physical measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm S9400W has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs).
See the Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the SX170 IS and the Fujifilm S9400W.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and Fujifilm S9400W is 88 and 61 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and Fujifilm S9400W.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images although you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm S9400W Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix S9400W |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-08-22 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 24-1200mm (50.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.9-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 97% |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1700 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, forced flash, suppressed flash, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
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 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60i), 1280 x 960 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 251 grams (0.55 lb) | 670 grams (1.48 lb) |
Dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 500 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-6LH | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $330 |