• 1/1.83 inch 36.9mm2
  • 12.0 megapixels
  • 28.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 8.3 megapixels
  • 15.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Nokia N8 advantages over Nikon 170

  • Larger sensor
    1/1.83 inch vs 1/2.3 inch
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Touchscreen
    Touch vs No touch
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • More telephoto lens reach
    28 mm vs 15 mm
    Capture objects farther away
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    12 mm vs 42 mm
    Thinner
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More dots on screen
    691k vs 345k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • More pixels
    12.0 vs 8.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos

Nikon 170 advantages over Nokia N8

  • Less expensive
    $400 vs $549 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Waterproof
    Yes vs No
    Take photos underwater without destroying your camera!
  • Shoot 4K video
    4K (UHD) vs 720p
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • In-camera panoramas
    Yes vs No
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Newer
    8 years vs 14 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Shoots 1080p video
    Yes vs No
    You'll want this if you shoot video
  • Shoots 60p video
    Yes vs No
    A faster framerate can give you more editing options
  • Wider angle lens
    15 mm vs 28 mm
    Capture more of the scene
  • Longer exposure
    1/2 vs 1/5 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Bulb shutter
    Bulb vs No bulb
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Yes vs No
    Shoot slow-motion videos
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/5000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light
  • Higher extended ISO
    1600 vs 800 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video

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
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Neither provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • 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 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
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video

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The Competition

Compared to Pentax A40

Nokia N8
Pentax A40
  • $549
  • 1/1.83 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $300
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nokia N8 vs Pentax A40

Nikon 170
Pentax A40
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $300
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nikon 170 vs Pentax A40

Compared to Pentax S12

Nokia N8
Pentax S12
  • $549
  • 1/1.83 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $280
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nokia N8 vs Pentax S12

Nikon 170
Pentax S12
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $280
  • 1/1.7 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nikon 170 vs Pentax S12

Compared to Samsung TL34HD

Nokia N8
Samsung TL34HD
  • $549
  • 1/1.83 inch
  • Touchscreen
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • $330
  • 1/1.72 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nokia N8 vs Samsung TL34HD

Nikon 170
Samsung TL34HD
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $330
  • 1/1.72 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compare Nikon 170 vs Samsung TL34HD

Compared to Canon SD1200 IS

Nokia N8
Canon SD1200 IS
  • $549
  • 1/1.83 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Touchscreen
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nokia N8 vs Canon SD1200 IS

Nikon 170
Canon SD1200 IS
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Waterproof
  • Shoot 4K video
  • $230
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder

Compare Nikon 170 vs Canon SD1200 IS

Compared to Samsung Galaxy S II

Nokia N8
Samsung Galaxy S II
  • $549
  • 1/1.83 inch
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels
  • $200
  • 1/3.2 inch
  • More dots on screen
  • Shoots 1080p video

Compare Nokia N8 vs Samsung Galaxy S II

Nikon 170
Samsung Galaxy S II
  • $179
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Waterproof
  • $200
  • 1/3.2 inch
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • Internal flash

Compare Nikon 170 vs Samsung Galaxy S II

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