Fujifilm A170 vs Panasonic ZS45

On this page, we are contrasting the Fujifilm A170 and Panasonic ZS45, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and ZS45 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A170 was revealed 6 years prior to the ZS45 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Fujifilm A170 scores versus the ZS45 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm FinePix A170 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm A170 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A170 offers exterior measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS45 has proportions of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm A170 and Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm A170 compared to the ZS45.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm A170 and ZS45 is 94 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A170 and ZS45.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS45 to provide extra detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older Fujifilm A170 will be behind in sensor innovation.