Canon ELPH 180 vs Panasonic FS12

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon ELPH 180 versus Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 180 (20MP) and FS12 (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 180 was brought out 6 years later than the FS12 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the ELPH 180 grades against the FS12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 180 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 180 Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 180 features exterior measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic FS12 has specifications of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 180 versus Panasonic FS12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 180 compared to the FS12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 180 and FS12 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specifications. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 180 and FS12.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon ELPH 180 to deliver greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 180 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.