Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3
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![Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS front Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-190-IS/Canon-ELPH-190-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 138g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Launched January 2016
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
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.
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 190 IS over the Panasonic FP3
ELPH 190 IS | FP3 | |||
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Launched | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 73 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Canon ELPH 190 IS
FP3 | ELPH 190 IS | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Panasonic FP3
ELPH 190 IS | FP3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Panasonic FP3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 size comparison Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-190-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 190 IS and FP3 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-190-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-190-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-190-IS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP3-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2016-01-05 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 4+ | Venus Engine IV |
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 | 20MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 0.8fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 138g (0.30 lb) | 155g (0.34 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 190 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $159 | $182 |