Canon SX400 IS vs Fujifilm A170

In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SX400 IS versus Fujifilm A170, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the SX400 IS (16MP) and Fujifilm A170 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX400 IS was brought out 5 years later than the Fujifilm A170 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the SX400 IS scores versus the Fujifilm A170 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX400 IS and Fujifilm FinePix A170. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SX400 IS Gallery and Fujifilm A170 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX400 IS comes with exterior measurements of 104mm x 69mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 313 grams (0.69 lbs) while the Fujifilm A170 has proportions of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX400 IS versus Fujifilm A170 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the SX400 IS compared to the Fujifilm A170.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SX400 IS and Fujifilm A170 is 81 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX400 IS and Fujifilm A170.

All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon SX400 IS to provide you with more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer SX400 IS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.