Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Fujifilm XQ1

Below is a in depth analysis of the Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Fujifilm XQ1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and Fujifilm XQ1 (12MP) and the ELPH 190 IS (1/2.3") and Fujifilm XQ1 (2/3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The ELPH 190 IS was released 2 years later than the Fujifilm XQ1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the ELPH 190 IS scores vs the Fujifilm XQ1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS and Fujifilm XQ1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery and Fujifilm XQ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 190 IS provides physical measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XQ1 has dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 33mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check the Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Fujifilm XQ1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 190 IS vs the Fujifilm XQ1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 190 IS and Fujifilm XQ1 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 190 IS and Fujifilm XQ1.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The ELPH 190 IS because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Canon ELPH 190 IS will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 190 IS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.