Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A170 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm A170 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Panasonic FZ28
Fujifilm A170 | FZ28 | |||
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Announced | July 2009 | January 2009 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Fujifilm A170
FZ28 | Fujifilm A170 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus |
Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Panasonic FZ28
Fujifilm A170 | FZ28 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | 2.7" | Identical screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal 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).
Look at the Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A170 and FZ28 is 94 and 72 respectively.
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.
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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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 |