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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
33
Overall
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Canon ELPH 310 HS front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 front
Portability
95
Imaging
39
Features
32
Overall
36

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs

Canon ELPH 310 HS
(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
  • Introduced August 2011
  • Alternate Name is IXUS 230 HS
Panasonic FP7
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Overview

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and FP7 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 310 HS was released 8 months later than the FP7 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the ELPH 310 HS grades versus the FP7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Panasonic FP7

 ELPH 310 HS FP7 
LaunchedAugust 2011January 2011Fresher by 8 months
Screen resolution461k230kSharper screen (+231k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS

 FP7 ELPH 310 HS 
Screen dimension3.5"3"Bigger screen (+0.5")
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Panasonic FP7

 ELPH 310 HS FP7 
Focus manually No manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 310 HS has got external measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FP7 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 310 HS against the FP7.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and FP7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 top view buttons comparison

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 310 HS and FP7.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FP7 to offer greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer ELPH 310 HS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 sensor size comparison

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon ELPH 310 HS Portrait photography info
Panasonic FP7 Portrait photography info
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comes with face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
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megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not possible
no external flash support
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon ELPH 310 HS Street photography features
Panasonic FP7 Street photography features
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
60
built in image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus via touch
screen is fixed
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition (147 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon ELPH 310 HS
Sports photography with Panasonic FP7
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with tracking focus
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16 megapixels)
includes tracking focus
better than average battery power (240 per charge)
slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon ELPH 310 HS Travel photography details
Panasonic FP7 Travel photography details
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has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
lack of Timelapse mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f3.0)
63
better than average battery power (240 shots)
supports focus via touch
megapixel count decent (16MP)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition (147g)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon ELPH 310 HS Landscape photography information
Panasonic FP7 Landscape photography information
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rather wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
lack of Timelapse mode
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big screen (3.5 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (16MP)
better than average battery power (240 per charge)
no manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Canon ELPH 310 HS
Vlogging with Panasonic FP7
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rather wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect autofocus
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
slow max aperture (f3.0)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of microphone jack
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built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detect autofocus
wide angle not great (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly screen
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
heavier than competition (147g)
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Panasonic FP7
 Canon ELPH 310 HSPanasonic Lumix DMC-FP7
General Information
Brand Name Canon Panasonic
Model Canon ELPH 310 HS Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7
Also called as IXUS 230 HS -
Category Ultracompact Ultracompact
Introduced 2011-08-23 2011-01-05
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 dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Highest native ISO 3200 6400
Lowest native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-224mm (8.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.0-5.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance 1cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3.5 inch
Screen resolution 461k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen technology PureColor II G TFT LCD TFT Touch Screen LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15 secs 60 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shooting speed 3.0 frames/s 4.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.00 m 4.90 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 140 grams (0.31 lbs) 147 grams (0.32 lbs)
Dimensions 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 210 images 240 images
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NB-4L -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $400 $227