Canon ELPH 150 IS vs Panasonic FP2

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon ELPH 150 IS versus Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 150 IS (20MP) and FP2 (14MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 150 IS was introduced 4 years later than the FP2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 150 IS matches up against the FP2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 150 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 150 IS Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 150 IS provides outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 150 IS versus Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 150 IS and the FP2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 150 IS and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 150 IS and FP2.

Clearly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon ELPH 150 IS to produce greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger ELPH 150 IS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.