Canon Elph 115 IS vs Panasonic FS15

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and FS15 (12MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The Elph 115 IS was released 4 years later than the FS15 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short summary of how the Elph 115 IS grades versus the FS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon Elph 115 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are provided at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Canon Elph 115 IS has external measurements of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Canon Elph 115 IS versus Panasonic FS15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the Elph 115 IS compared to the FS15.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through specs. The visual below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Elph 115 IS and FS15.

All in all, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Canon Elph 115 IS to give greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The fresher Elph 115 IS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.