Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Fujifilm XP120

Lets examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Fujifilm XP120, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was released 6 years prior to the Fujifilm XP120 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the ELPH 100 HS grades against the Fujifilm XP120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 100 HS and Fujifilm FinePix XP120. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery and Fujifilm XP120 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 100 HS features exterior measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Fujifilm XP120 has measurements of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") having a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the Fujifilm XP120.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 100 HS and Fujifilm XP120 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 100 HS and Fujifilm XP120.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Fujifilm XP120 to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged ELPH 100 HS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.