Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12
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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Alternative Name is IXUS 230 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 310 HS (12MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The ELPH 310 HS was launched 2 years later than the FS12 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 310 HS matches up vs the FS12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon ELPH 310 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 310 HS Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 310 HS over the Panasonic FS12
ELPH 310 HS | FS12 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | ![]() | April 2009 | More recent by 29 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Canon ELPH 310 HS
FS12 | ELPH 310 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 310 HS and Panasonic FS12
ELPH 310 HS | FS12 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 310 HS features external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic FS12 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 310 HS and the FS12.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 310 HS and FS12 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 310 HS and FS12.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files though you should always factor the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent ELPH 310 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 310 HS vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
Canon ELPH 310 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon ELPH 310 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
Also called as | IXUS 230 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-08-23 | 2009-04-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 129g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 96 x 57 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $400 | $228 |