Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FP5

Below, we are contrasting the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The Elph 115 IS was launched 2 years later than the FP5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Elph 115 IS scores against the FP5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon Elph 115 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon Elph 115 IS provides exterior dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Panasonic FP5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Elph 115 IS versus the FP5.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and FP5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The graphic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Elph 115 IS and FP5.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Canon Elph 115 IS to give more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The younger Elph 115 IS is going to have an edge in sensor tech.