What battery does the Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS use?
Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS uses NB-11L / NB-11LH. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS take?
Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS uses SD / SDHC / SDXC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 2TB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 20 MP effective Canon digital camera from 2015 with 1/2.3-inch sensor. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Canon options, compare Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 and Canon PowerShot ELPH 180.
How do you transfer photos from the Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS is worth judging as its own Canon pocket compact body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Canon PowerShot ELPH 170 IS works best when you want small-bag snapshots, flash photos, mirror selfies, and a clean pocket-camera look rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its CCD and 35mm film equivalent: 25 (W) are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Canon PowerShot ELPH 160, Canon PowerShot ELPH 135, Canon IXY 620F, Canon PowerShot SD1300 IS DIGITAL ELPH to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
