Fujifilm A170 vs Fujifilm JX550

Following is a extended assessment of the Fujifilm A170 versus Fujifilm JX550, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are designed by FujiFilm. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and Fujifilm JX550 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A170 was manufactured 3 years before the Fujifilm JX550 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm A170 scores against the Fujifilm JX550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix A170 and Fujifilm FinePix JX550. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm A170 Gallery and Fujifilm JX550 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm A170 comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm JX550 has measurements of 100mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm A170 versus Fujifilm JX550 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm A170 and the Fujifilm JX550.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A170 and Fujifilm JX550 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm A170 and Fujifilm JX550.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Fujifilm JX550 to deliver more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A170 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.