Fujifilm A170 vs Samsung TL500

Let's look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm A170 vs Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm A170 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm A170 was launched 11 months prior to the TL500 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the Fujifilm A170 grades vs the TL500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A170 & Samsung TL500. The complete galleries are available at Fujifilm A170 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm A170 comes with external measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung TL500 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") and a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm A170 vs Samsung TL500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm A170 against the TL500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and TL500 is 94 and 88 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A170 and TL500.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The Fujifilm A170 contains the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier. The older Fujifilm A170 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.