Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm X-S1

Lets look much closer at the Canon SX170 IS versus Fujifilm X-S1, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm X-S1 (12MP) and the SX170 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-S1 (2/3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX170 IS was launched 22 months later than the Fujifilm X-S1 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX170 IS being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-S1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the SX170 IS grades against the Fujifilm X-S1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS & Fujifilm X-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery & Fujifilm X-S1 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS comes with exterior measurements 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 X-S1 has specifications of 135mm x 107mm x 149mm (5.3" x 4.2" x 5.9") along with a weight of 920 grams (2.03 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the SX170 IS vs the Fujifilm X-S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX170 IS and Fujifilm X-S1 is 88 and 52 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX170 IS and Fujifilm X-S1.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX170 IS featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX170 IS will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern SX170 IS is going to have an edge in sensor technology.