Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Panasonic FS12

Lets look much closer at the Canon ELPH 520 HS vs Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 520 HS (10MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is pretty similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 520 HS was launched 2 years after the FS12 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ELPH 520 HS scores against the FS12 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon ELPH 520 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 520 HS Gallery and Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 520 HS has got external dimensions of 87mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FS12 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 520 HS versus the FS12.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 520 HS and FS12 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The picture below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 520 HS and FS12.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FS12 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer ELPH 520 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.