Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm Z30
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Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 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
- Announced August 2013
- Superseded the Canon SX160 IS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2009

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm Z30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SX170 IS was unveiled 4 years after the Fujifilm Z30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SX170 IS scores vs the Fujifilm Z30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX170 IS over the Fujifilm Z30
SX170 IS | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Launched | August 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 55 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Canon SX170 IS
Fujifilm Z30 | SX170 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm Z30
SX170 IS | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SX170 IS offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z30 has sizing of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm Z30 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SX170 IS and the Fujifilm Z30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and Fujifilm Z30 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX170 IS and Fujifilm Z30.
As you can tell, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Canon SX170 IS to offer you greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern SX170 IS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX170 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-08-22 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 3 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 251 grams (0.55 lb) | 110 grams (0.24 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 71 x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $0 | $150 |