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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28

Portability
94
Imaging
33
Features
10
Overall
23
Fujifilm FinePix A170 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 front
Portability
72
Imaging
33
Features
30
Overall
31

Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs

Fujifilm A170
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 32-96mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
  • 140g - 93 x 60 x 27mm
  • Released July 2009
Panasonic FZ28
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
  • 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
  • Announced January 2009
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview

Below, we will be looking at the Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The resolution of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A170 was introduced 7 months after the FZ28 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Fujifilm A170 grades vs the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Panasonic FZ28

 Fujifilm A170 FZ28 
AnnouncedJuly 2009January 2009More modern by 7 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Fujifilm A170

 FZ28 Fujifilm A170 
Manually focus More precise focus

Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Panasonic FZ28

 Fujifilm A170 FZ28 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension2.7"2.7"Identical screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm A170 provides physical 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 Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Fujifilm A170 versus the FZ28.

Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A170 and FZ28 is 94 and 72 respectively.

Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A170 and FZ28.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The fresher Fujifilm A170 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Fujifilm A170
Portrait photography with Panasonic FZ28
19
lack of manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
35
has manual focus
saves RAW formats
cannot use external flash
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm A170 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FZ28 as a Street photography camera
47
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
56
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
no articulating screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm A170 Sports photography features
Panasonic FZ28 Sports photography features
16
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,400 seconds)
lack of shutter priority mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
33
amazing zoom range (27-486mm 18.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm A170
Travel photography with Panasonic FZ28
50
has built in flash
lack of Timelapse function
low resolution sensor (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
52
has built in flash
rather wide (27mm)
very long reach (486mm)
missing Time Lapse function
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm A170 Landscape photography information
Panasonic FZ28 Landscape photography information
22
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
lack of manual mode
lack of image stabilization
low resolution sensor (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
no RAW support
lack of Timelapse function
40
has manual focus
rather wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
small screen (2.7")
low resolution sensor (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
missing Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm A170 Vlogging info
Panasonic FZ28 Vlogging info
22
wide angle not great (32mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.1)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low quality video (640 x 480 resolution)
lack of microphone support
24
rather wide (27mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing external mic support
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm A170 and Panasonic FZ28
 Fujifilm FinePix A170Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
General Information
Company FujiFilm Panasonic
Model type Fujifilm FinePix A170 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2009-07-22 2009-01-15
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 3:2 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 3664 x 2748 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 32-96mm (3.0x) 27-486mm (18.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.1-5.6 f/2.8-4.4
Macro focusing range 5cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic
Features
Slowest shutter speed 8 seconds 60 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1400 seconds 1/2000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate - 3.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 8.50 m (Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2)
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 @ 30 fps, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG -
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 grams (0.31 pounds) 417 grams (0.92 pounds)
Dimensions 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested 27
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 17.9
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 10.1
DXO Low light rating not tested 79
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch pricing $80 $599