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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
19
Overall
28
FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR front
 
Samsung PL170 front
Portability
99
Imaging
38
Features
20
Overall
30

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs

FujiFilm Z800EXR
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 1600 (Boost to 3200)
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-175mm (F3.9-4.7) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 59 x 20mm
  • Launched July 2010
  • Also Known as FinePix Z808EXR
Samsung PL170
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 0 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2011
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 Overview

Here is a comprehensive review of the FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Z800EXR (12MP) and PL170 (16MP) and the Z800EXR (1/2") and PL170 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The Z800EXR was revealed 5 months earlier than the PL170 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the Z800EXR scores versus the PL170 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z800EXR over the Samsung PL170

 Z800EXR PL170 
Display size3.5"3"Larger display (+0.5")
Display resolution460k230kCrisper display (+230k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the FujiFilm Z800EXR

 PL170 Z800EXR 

Common features in the FujiFilm Z800EXR and Samsung PL170

 Z800EXR PL170 
AnnouncedJuly 2010January 2011Same age
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and volume. The FujiFilm Z800EXR enjoys exterior measurements of 98mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Samsung PL170 has sizing of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Analyze the FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z800EXR against the PL170.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z800EXR and PL170 is 95 and 99 respectively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 top view buttons comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z800EXR and PL170.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z800EXR with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Samsung PL170 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 sensor size comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 Screen and ViewFinder

FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Portrait photography advice
Samsung PL170 Portrait photography advice
21
manual focus not available
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2")
doesn't have RAW format
29
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
cannot use external flash
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Street photography highlights
Samsung PL170 Street photography highlights
55
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor size (1/2")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than others in class (158g)
50
no moving screen
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with FujiFilm Z800EXR
Sports photography with Samsung PL170
24
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
low max shutter speed (1/1,000 seconds)
low fps (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor size (1/2")
doesn't have phase detect AF
27
resolution is good (16MP)
can't change focal length (()mm)
no shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Travel photography advice
Samsung PL170 Travel photography advice
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
heavier than others in class (158g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
71
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
doesn't have Timelapse function
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Landscape photography highlights
Samsung PL170 Landscape photography highlights
32
screen larger than average (3.5 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
manual mode not available
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor size (1/2")
doesn't have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse recording
38
good maximum aperture (f)
nice screen size (3")
resolution is good (16 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
manual exposure not available
no image stabilization
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

FujiFilm Z800EXR Vlogging advice
Samsung PL170 Vlogging advice
27
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
wide angle not good (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.9)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than others in class (158g)
27
good maximum aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone jack
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FujiFilm Z800EXR vs Samsung PL170 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for FujiFilm Z800EXR and Samsung PL170
 FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXRSamsung PL170
General Information
Company FujiFilm Samsung
Model type FujiFilm FinePix Z800EXR Samsung PL170
Also called as FinePix Z808EXR -
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2010-07-21 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip 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 surface area 30.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 -
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 1600 3200
Highest enhanced ISO 3200 -
Min native ISO 100 -
RAW files
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-175mm (5.0x) ()
Largest aperture f/3.9-4.7 -
Macro focusing distance 9cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.6 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3.5 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 460 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 4 secs 8 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1000 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 2.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.90 m -
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro -
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone input
Headphone input
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 158g (0.35 pounds) -
Physical 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 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 ID NP-45A -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group, Auto-shutter) -
Time lapse shooting
Storage media SD/SDHC, Internal -
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $200 $175