Fujifilm A170 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS
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Fujifilm A170 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 32-96mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 140g - 93 x 60 x 27mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 108 x 70 x 40mm
- Announced January 2013

Fujifilm A170 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm A170 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and SZ-16 iHS (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A170 was launched 4 years prior to the SZ-16 iHS which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Fujifilm A170 grades vs the SZ-16 iHS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm A170 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A170 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm A170 Gallery and Olympus SZ-16 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Fujifilm A170 | SZ-16 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-16 iHS over the Fujifilm A170
SZ-16 iHS | Fujifilm A170 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 42 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Olympus SZ-16 iHS
Fujifilm A170 | SZ-16 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch screen |
Fujifilm A170 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm A170 has 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) while the Olympus SZ-16 iHS has measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).
Take a look at the Fujifilm A170 versus Olympus SZ-16 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the Fujifilm A170 compared to the SZ-16 iHS.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and SZ-16 iHS is 94 and 89 respectively.

Fujifilm A170 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A170 and SZ-16 iHS.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Olympus SZ-16 iHS to show more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A170 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Fujifilm A170 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm A170 vs Olympus SZ-16 iHS Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Olympus SZ-16 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Olympus |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Olympus SZ-16 iHS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2013-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.0-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1400 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 226 gr (0.50 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 108 x 70 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $80 | $230 |