Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm T550
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Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm T550 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
- Older Model is Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Canon SX170 IS versus Fujifilm T550, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SX170 IS (16MP) and the Fujifilm T550 (16MP) is fairly comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was brought out 8 months after the Fujifilm T550 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX170 IS grades against the Fujifilm T550 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Fujifilm FinePix T550. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Fujifilm T550 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Fujifilm T550
SX170 IS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 8 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T550 over the Canon SX170 IS
Fujifilm T550 | SX170 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm T550
SX170 IS | Fujifilm T550 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SX170 IS has outside 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) and the Fujifilm T550 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX170 IS versus Fujifilm T550 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the SX170 IS compared to the Fujifilm T550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and Fujifilm T550 is 88 and 95 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and Fujifilm T550.
Plainly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs however you really should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The newer SX170 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm T550 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix T550 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-08-22 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3440 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 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 | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251 gr (0.55 lbs) | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $0 | $160 |