Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP1
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 140g - 96 x 57 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
- Alternate Name is IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP1 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 310 HS was brought out 20 months later than the FP1 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the ELPH 310 HS scores against the FP1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon ELPH 310 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Panasonic FP1
ELPH 310 HS | FP1 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 20 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
FP1 | ELPH 310 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Panasonic FP1
ELPH 310 HS | FP1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 310 HS provides physical dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Canon ELPH 310 HS versus Panasonic FP1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the FP1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 310 HS and FP1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and FP1.
To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical MP and you can expect similar quality of photos however you should always factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 310 HS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 |
Also called as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-08-23 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 151g (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 210 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $400 | $153 |