Canon ELPH 100 HS vs Panasonic FP8

Following is a thorough review of the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 100 HS (12MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 100 HS was introduced 19 months after the FP8 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 100 HS grades against the FP8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon ELPH 100 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 100 HS Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 100 HS provides outside 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 Panasonic FP8 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 100 HS versus Panasonic FP8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 100 HS and the FP8.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 100 HS and FP8 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 100 HS and FP8.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer ELPH 100 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.