Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic S1
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic S1 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
- Launched July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2011
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm A170 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and the S1 (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Fujifilm A170 was launched 17 months before the S1 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the Fujifilm A170 grades vs the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix A170 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm A170 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Panasonic S1
Fujifilm A170 | S1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm A170
S1 | Fujifilm A170 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | July 2009 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Panasonic S1
Fujifilm A170 | S1 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm A170 features outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Fujifilm A170 versus Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm A170 and the S1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A170 and S1 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out technical specs. The image here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A170 and S1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic S1 to show greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A170 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2009-07-22 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
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 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140 gr (0.31 lbs) | 117 gr (0.26 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 240 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $80 | $269 |