Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP7
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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 138g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Introduced January 2016
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 147g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
Here is a extended comparison of the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the ELPH 190 IS (20MP) and FP7 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 190 IS was brought out 5 years later than the FP7 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the ELPH 190 IS grades vs the FP7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 190 IS Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 190 IS over the Panasonic FP7
ELPH 190 IS | FP7 | |||
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Introduced | January 2016 | ![]() | January 2011 | Fresher by 61 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Canon ELPH 190 IS
FP7 | ELPH 190 IS | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 190 IS and Panasonic FP7
ELPH 190 IS | FP7 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 190 IS has outer dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 138 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 190 IS versus Panasonic FP7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 190 IS against the FP7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 190 IS and FP7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 190 IS and FP7.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon ELPH 190 IS to give you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 190 IS will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

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Canon ELPH 190 IS vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 190 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2016-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 0.8 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 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 jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 138g (0.30 lbs) | 147g (0.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 240 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $159 | $227 |