Canon IXUS 165 vs Panasonic FS15
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Canon IXUS 165 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 128g - 95 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009

Canon IXUS 165 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Canon IXUS 165 versus Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the IXUS 165 (20MP) and FS15 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The IXUS 165 was released 6 years after the FS15 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the IXUS 165 matches up vs the FS15 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon IXUS 165 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon IXUS 165 Gallery & Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon IXUS 165 over the Panasonic FS15
IXUS 165 | FS15 | |||
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Introduced | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Canon IXUS 165
FS15 | IXUS 165 |
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Common features in the Canon IXUS 165 and Panasonic FS15
IXUS 165 | FS15 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon IXUS 165 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon IXUS 165 features outer dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FS15 has dimensions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Canon IXUS 165 versus Panasonic FS15 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the IXUS 165 and the FS15.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the IXUS 165 and FS15 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the IXUS 165 and FS15.
As you can see, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon IXUS 165 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent IXUS 165 will have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon IXUS 165 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon IXUS 165 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Canon IXUS 165 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon IXUS 165 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-01-16 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 4+ | - |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 20 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 128 grams (0.28 pounds) | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 54 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 220 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L/LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $0 | $180 |