Fujifilm A170 vs Samsung EX2F

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Fujifilm A170 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is relatively similar but the Fujifilm A170 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") use different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm A170 was launched 4 years prior to the EX2F which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm A170 grades versus the EX2F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A170 & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm A170 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm A170 features exterior dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm A170 versus Samsung EX2F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm A170 against the EX2F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and EX2F is 94 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm A170 and EX2F.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm A170 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung EX2F will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A170 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.