Fujifilm A170 vs Fujifilm XP50

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm A170 vs Fujifilm XP50, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and they are both sold by FujiFilm. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and Fujifilm XP50 (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A170 was brought out 3 years before the Fujifilm XP50 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm A170 scores against the Fujifilm XP50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A170 and Fujifilm FinePix XP50. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm A170 Gallery and Fujifilm XP50 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Fujifilm A170 has got outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP50 has specifications of 99mm x 68mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm A170 vs Fujifilm XP50 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm A170 compared to the Fujifilm XP50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A170 and Fujifilm XP50 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A170 and Fujifilm XP50.

All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP50 to offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm A170 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.