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Canon IXUS 170

Canon

Canon IXUS 170

📅 2015 📷 20 MP 🔲 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm) ⚖️ 141 g 🎬 1280x720 (25p)

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📖 Overview

The Canon IXUS 170 is a basic compact camera with a 20.5MP sensor, producing high-resolution images for its class, as shown in the 13 sample photos on SampleShots. It's suitable for users who prioritize simplicity and ease of use. Its HD video capabilities are limited to 720p.

📸 Browse 28 real-world sample photos taken with this camera by photographers worldwide on SampleShots.

📋 Specifications

Release Year 2015
Resolution 20 Megapixels
Sensor Size 1/2.3" (~ 6.16 x 4.62 mm)
Sensor Type CCD
Max Image Resolution 5152 x 3864
ISO Range Auto, 100-1600
Max Video Resolution 1280x720 (25p)
Weight 141 g
Dimensions 99.6 x 57.6 x 22.6 mm
Special Features The Canon IXUS 170's special feature at release was its 20.5 megapixel CCD sensor for high-resolution images.

Last updated: June 10, 2026

🖼️ Sample Photos

Real-world photos taken with the Canon IXUS 170, sourced from SampleShots.

Three seashells nestled in the fine sand, revealing textures shaped by the ocean's embrace. A moment captured on a tranquil beach.
27.8mm · f/5.6 · 1/160s · ISO 200
via Unsplash by Sumit Kumar Ghosh
Close-up of glossy laurel leaves filling the frame with soft, shadowed background.
54.0mm · f/7.0 · 1/60s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Hibathulla K
A vibrant flame flickers above a small source, casting soft light in a dark environment. The contrast highlights the mesmerizing movement of the fire.
54.0mm · f/7.0 · 1/160s · ISO 200
via Unsplash by Gagan Deep Singh
A chairlift descends over a rugged mountain landscape, showcasing the serene beauty of high-altitude terrain and ski facilities below.
7.1mm · f/4.0 · 1/1250s · ISO 160
via Unsplash by Julia Lobkova
Lush green foliage creates a natural frame around a light sky, emphasizing the tranquility of the forest environment.
36.0mm · f/5.6 · 1/200s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Masum Kazi
Snow-clad mountains frame a skier in a hooded jacket at the base, capturing a lively alpine scene with distant groups at the groomed slope.
7.5mm · f/11.0 · 1/250s · ISO 160
via Unsplash by Alex Rizzardi
Bustling crowd climbs a stone staircase beside a grand, red-brick townhouse under a blue sky with fluffy clouds; trees flank the scene, capturing a lively daytime urban terrace moment.
17.1mm · f/5.0 · 1/1250s · ISO 125
via Unsplash by Anna Greggio
A single seashell rests on textured sand, capturing the intricate patterns formed by the tide. The soft light enhances the shell's warm hues.
27.8mm · f/5.6 · 1/200s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Sumit Kumar Ghosh
A seated man with a checkered turban rests his head on one hand beside a textured wall, captured in stark monochrome.
48.4mm · f/7.0 · 1/500s · ISO 160
via Unsplash by Hibathulla K
Colorful village nestled among lush terraced fields, showcasing the harmony between agriculture and landscape. A tranquil scene of rural life.
25.8mm · f/5.6 · 1/80s · ISO 160
via Unsplash by Gagan Deep Singh
Close-up photograph of a white goose with an orange beak, set against textured tree bark.
54.0mm · f/7.0 · 1/160s · ISO 250
via Unsplash by Julia Lobkova
Cable car glides above snowy alpine ridges with towering peaks in the background, showcasing a crisp blue sky and scenic mountain landscape.
24.6mm · f/5.6 · 1/800s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Alex Rizzardi
Diversely framed visitors move within a stone-arched chapel bathed in soft stained-glass light. An upper railing and steps lead the eye toward the clerestory windows, with groups lingering and fixtures casting warm tones across the scene.
12.3mm · f/4.5 · 1/100s · ISO 400
via Unsplash by Anna Greggio
Two white ducks gracefully swimming in a rippling pond, creating circular patterns in the water's surface.
47.7mm · f/7.0 · 1/250s · ISO 200
via Unsplash by Sumit Kumar Ghosh
Sunset scene framed by dark tree silhouettes with the sun low on the horizon, casting warm orange light across the sky. This photograph emphasizes the silhouette and atmospheric glow.
54.0mm · f/7.0 · 1/1000s · ISO 200
via Unsplash by Gagan Deep Singh
Climber adjusting goggles against a bright blue alpine backdrop; close framing emphasizes facial expression and gear. The scene highlights active outdoor gear and the climber's focus.
6.0mm · f/4.0 · 1/800s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Alex Rizzardi
Public square with chalk drawings and a group of people near framed black-and-white photos on pedestals; a child on a skateboard glides past while a mural wall forms the backdrop. A mix of pedestrians and art display creates a community scene.
17.1mm · f/5.0 · 1/400s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Anna Greggio
A wind turbine stands tall against a clear blue sky, surrounded by lush greenery, showcasing renewable energy technology in harmony with nature.
40.9mm · f/6.3 · 1/500s · ISO 100
via Unsplash by Sumit Kumar Ghosh

View all 28 sample photos on SampleShots →

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