Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon L19

Here, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm A170 vs Nikon L19, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Nikon. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and L19 (8MP) and the Fujifilm A170 (1/2.3") and L19 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm A170 was revealed 6 months later than the L19 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Fujifilm A170 scores vs the L19 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A170 & Nikon Coolpix L19. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm A170 Gallery & Nikon L19 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Fujifilm A170 provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Nikon L19 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm A170 and the L19.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A170 and L19 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm A170 and L19.

Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm A170 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm A170 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively.