Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690
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Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched February 2012

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm A170 (10MP) and W690 (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The Fujifilm A170 was introduced 3 years before the W690 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm A170 grades vs the W690 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm FinePix A170 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm A170 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm A170 over the Sony W690
Fujifilm A170 | W690 |
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Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Fujifilm A170
W690 | Fujifilm A170 | |||
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Launched | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2009 | More modern by 31 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Fujifilm A170 and Sony W690
Fujifilm A170 | W690 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Fujifilm A170 offers outside measurements of 93mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Fujifilm A170 and the W690.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm A170 and W690 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm A170 and W690.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W690 to offer extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged Fujifilm A170 is going to be behind in sensor tech.

Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm A170 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | FujiFilm | Sony |
Model | Fujifilm FinePix A170 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-07-22 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3664 x 2748 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 32-96mm (3.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lb) | 142g (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 60 x 27mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 220 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $80 | $297 |