Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FP1
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Canon Elph 115 IS and Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and FP1 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe Elph 115 IS was released 3 years later than the FP1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the Elph 115 IS grades against the FP1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon Elph 115 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Panasonic FP1
Elph 115 IS | FP1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 38 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
FP1 | Elph 115 IS |
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Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Panasonic FP1
Elph 115 IS | FP1 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon Elph 115 IS features outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Canon Elph 115 IS and Panasonic FP1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the Elph 115 IS compared to the FP1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Elph 115 IS and FP1 is 96 and 95 respectively.
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Elph 115 IS and FP1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon Elph 115 IS to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher Elph 115 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FP1 Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon Elph 115 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 5 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 151 gr (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 170 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $225 | $153 |