• 1/2 inch 30.7mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 27.00mm - 270.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 20.0 megapixels
  • 25.00mm - 300.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Fujifilm F80EXR advantages over Canon 170 IS

  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.60 vs 1.20 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • HDMI out
    HDMI out vs None
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Shoots 24p video
    Yes vs No
    Gives your movies a big-screen feel
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    1.6 fps vs 0.8 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Higher extended ISO
    12800 vs 1600 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Canon 170 IS advantages over Fujifilm F80EXR

  • Less expensive
    $150 vs $300 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Newer
    9 years vs 14 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • More pixels
    20.0 vs 12.0 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    15 vs 8 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Neither provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Manual focus
    Neither provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Olympus 9000

Fujifilm F80EXR
Olympus 9000
  • $300
  • 1/2 inch
  • Less expensive
  • HDMI out
  • $138
  • 1/2.33 inch
Canon 170 IS
Olympus 9000
  • $371
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Thinner
  • $138
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm F70EXR

Fujifilm F80EXR
Fujifilm F70EXR
  • $300
  • 1/2 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 24p video
  • $214
  • 1/2 inch
  • Faster JPEG shooting
Canon 170 IS
Fujifilm F70EXR
  • $371
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Newer
  • $214
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compared to Fujifilm JZ500

Fujifilm F80EXR
Fujifilm JZ500
  • $300
  • 1/2 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Longer exposure
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels
Canon 170 IS
Fujifilm JZ500
  • $371
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Newer
  • $250
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Shoots 24p video

Compared to Canon 350 HS

Fujifilm F80EXR
Canon 350 HS
  • $300
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $209
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC
Canon 170 IS
Canon 350 HS
  • $371
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $209
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC

Compared to Canon 360 HS

Fujifilm F80EXR
Canon 360 HS
  • $300
  • 1/2 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $284
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC
Canon 170 IS
Canon 360 HS
  • $371
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • $284
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • NFC
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