Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax W80
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Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax W80 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 156g - 100 x 56 x 25mm
- Released June 2009

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax W80 Overview
Here is a in-depth analysis of the Fujifilm A170 versus Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Pentax. The image resolution of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and the W80 (12MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A170 was manufactured within a month of the W80 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm A170 grades against the W80 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax W80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm FinePix A170 and Pentax Optio W80. The entire galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A170 Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Pentax W80
Fujifilm A170 | W80 | |||
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Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Pentax W80 over the Fujifilm A170
W80 | Fujifilm A170 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing |
Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Pentax W80
Fujifilm A170 | W80 | |||
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Released | July 2009 | ![]() | June 2009 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax W80 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm A170 enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Pentax W80 has dimensions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Examine the Fujifilm A170 versus Pentax W80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm A170 versus the W80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and W80 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax W80 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm A170 and W80.
Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax W80 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively.

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Fujifilm A170 vs Pentax W80 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Pentax Optio W80 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Pentax |
Model type | Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Pentax Optio W80 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2009-06-25 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 lb) | 156 gr (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 ID | - | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $80 | $250 |