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FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170

Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
16
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix AV200 front
 
Samsung PL170 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31

FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs

FujiFilm AV200
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 32-96mm (F2.9-5.2) lens
  • 168g - 93 x 60 x 28mm
  • Introduced January 2011
  • Also Known as FinePix AV205
Samsung PL170
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2011
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 Overview

Here is a in depth overview of the FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers FujiFilm and Samsung. The resolution of the AV200 (14MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The AV200 was introduced at a similar time to the PL170 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the FujiFilm AV200 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the AV200 scores versus the PL170 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm AV200 over the Samsung PL170

 AV200 PL170 

Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the FujiFilm AV200

 PL170 AV200 
Screen sizing3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")

Common features in the FujiFilm AV200 and Samsung PL170

 AV200 PL170 
IntroducedJanuary 2011January 2011Same age
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Absent Touch friendly screen

FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The FujiFilm AV200 has outer dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the AV200 against the PL170.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV200 and PL170 is 94 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the AV200 and PL170.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung PL170 to produce more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively.

FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with FujiFilm AV200
Portrait photography with Samsung PL170
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
external flash not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
30
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Street photography information
Samsung PL170 Street photography information
47
screen does not articulate
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
50
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Sports photography advice
Samsung PL170 Sports photography advice
29
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
max shutter speed is low (1/1,400s)
low fps (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
not so great battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
27
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Travel photography features
Samsung PL170 Travel photography features
56
decent MP (14MP)
flash built-in
missing Timelapse function
not so great battery pack (180 CIPA)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
71
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
very good max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse function
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Landscape photography details
Samsung PL170 Landscape photography details
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
does not have image stabilization
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
not so great battery pack (180 shots)
missing Timelapse function
39
very good max aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inch)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
manual focus not available
can't switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
manual mode not possible
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm AV200 Vlogging advice
Samsung PL170 Vlogging advice
22
wide angle not the best (32mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.9)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone support
27
very good max aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
lack of external microphone port
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FujiFilm AV200 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm AV200 and Samsung PL170
 FujiFilm FinePix AV200Samsung PL170
General Information
Make FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix AV200 Samsung PL170
Alternate name FinePix AV205 -
Type Small Sensor Compact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-01-05 2011-01-05
Body design Compact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 -
Highest Possible resolution 4288 x 3216 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Maximum enhanced ISO 3200 -
Minimum native ISO 100 -
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) ()
Maximum aperture f/2.9-5.2 -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT color LCD monitor -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 8s 8s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1400s 1/2000s
Continuous shutter speed 1.0 frames per sec -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 3.50 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync -
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG -
Microphone jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 168 gr (0.37 lbs) -
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
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 180 shots -
Style of battery AA -
Battery ID 2 x AA -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) -
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/SDHC -
Storage slots One One
Launch cost $0 $175