Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3

Here, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Panasonic FP3, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and FP3 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 190 IS was manufactured 6 years later than the FP3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 190 IS matches up vs the FP3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery & Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 190 IS has got outside dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 190 IS compared to the FP3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 190 IS and FP3 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 190 IS and FP3.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 190 IS to give you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 190 IS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.