Canon SX170 IS vs Fujifilm X30

Let's look closer at the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm X30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the SX170 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the SX170 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X30 (2/3") have different sensor sizing.

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The SX170 IS was introduced 12 months before the Fujifilm X30 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the SX170 IS matches up vs the Fujifilm X30 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX170 IS and Fujifilm X30. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX170 IS Gallery and Fujifilm X30 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX170 IS enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Fujifilm X30 has specifications of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX170 IS and Fujifilm X30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the SX170 IS against the Fujifilm X30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SX170 IS and Fujifilm X30 is 88 and 80 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SX170 IS and Fujifilm X30.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The SX170 IS using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Canon SX170 IS will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged SX170 IS is going to be behind in sensor tech.