FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170
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FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Other Name is FinePix T305
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 140g - 93 x 60 x 27mm
- Launched July 2009

FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both built by FujiFilm. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the T300 (14MP) and Fujifilm A170 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The T300 was revealed 2 years later than the Fujifilm A170 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the T300 grades versus the Fujifilm A170 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix T300 & Fujifilm FinePix A170. The full galleries are available at FujiFilm T300 Gallery & Fujifilm A170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick FujiFilm T300 over the Fujifilm A170
T300 | Fujifilm A170 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the FujiFilm T300
Fujifilm A170 | T300 |
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Common features in the FujiFilm T300 and Fujifilm A170
T300 | Fujifilm A170 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The FujiFilm T300 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm A170 has sizing of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the T300 vs the Fujifilm A170.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the T300 and Fujifilm A170 is 94 and 94 respectively.

FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The visual below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the T300 and Fujifilm A170.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the FujiFilm T300 to resolve more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher T300 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170 Screen and ViewFinder


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FujiFilm T300 vs Fujifilm A170 Specifications
FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Fujifilm FinePix A170 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | FujiFilm | FujiFilm |
Model | FujiFilm FinePix T300 | Fujifilm FinePix A170 |
Otherwise known as | FinePix T305 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2009-07-22 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3664 x 2748 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-280mm (10.0x) | 32-96mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD monitor | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 2.60 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) | 140 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") | 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 180 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NP-45A | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD / SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $250 | $80 |