Canon ELPH 300 HS vs Panasonic FS42

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 300 HS and Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 300 HS (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the ELPH 300 HS (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The ELPH 300 HS was released 23 months later than the FS42 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 300 HS scores vs the FS42 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 300 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 300 HS Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 300 HS comes with physical dimensions of 92mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS42 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 300 HS and the FS42.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 300 HS and FS42 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 300 HS and FS42.

As you can see, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The ELPH 300 HS featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon ELPH 300 HS will provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 300 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.