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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
22
Overall
30
FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR front
 
Samsung PL170 front
Portability
99
Imaging
39
Features
20
Overall
31

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z700EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
  • Revealed February 2010
  • Additionally Known as FinePix Z707EXR
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
  • Launched January 2011
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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z700EXR (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) and the Z700EXR (1/2") and PL170 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The Z700EXR was unveiled 11 months prior to the PL170 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Z700EXR matches up against the PL170 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z700EXR over the Samsung PL170

 Z700EXR PL170 
Screen sizing3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Screen resolution460k230kSharper screen (+230k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the FujiFilm Z700EXR

 PL170 Z700EXR 
LaunchedJanuary 2011February 2010Newer by 11 months

Common features in the FujiFilm Z700EXR and Samsung PL170

 Z700EXR PL170 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm Z700EXR enjoys exterior measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Z700EXR vs the PL170.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z700EXR and PL170 is 95 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z700EXR and PL170.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z700EXR with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Samsung PL170 will result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Z700EXR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung PL170 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
no external flash support
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
does not have RAW files
30
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
no manual exposure
no external flash support
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR Street photography advice
Samsung PL170 Street photography advice
60
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
comes with focus by touch
screen is fixed
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition in class (158g)
50
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm Z700EXR
Sports photography with Samsung PL170
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
does not have phase detect autofocus
27
MP count decent (16MP)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR as a Travel photography camera
Samsung PL170 as a Travel photography camera
55
comes with focus by touch
flash built-in
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than competition in class (158 grams)
MP count low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
71
MP count decent (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
no Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z700EXR Landscape photography features
Samsung PL170 Landscape photography features
33
bigger than average screen (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is tiny (1/2")
does not have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse recording
39
fast maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3 inches)
MP count decent (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
no Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with FujiFilm Z700EXR
Vlogging with Samsung PL170
27
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
heavier than competition in class (158g)
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
screen is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no microphone socket
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FujiFilm Z700EXR vs Samsung PL170 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z700EXR and Samsung PL170
 FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXRSamsung PL170
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z700EXR Samsung PL170
Otherwise known as FinePix Z707EXR -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-02-02 2011-01-05
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor EXR -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.4 x 4.8mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 30.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 1600 3200
Max boosted ISO 3200 -
Lowest native ISO 100 -
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) ()
Maximal aperture f/3.9-4.7 -
Macro focusing distance 9cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3.5" 3"
Resolution of screen 460k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 4s 8s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1000s 1/2000s
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.90 m -
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG -
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 158 gr (0.35 pounds) -
Dimensions 98 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) -
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC Internal -
Card slots Single Single
Launch pricing $250 $175