Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7
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![Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS front Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS/Canon-ELPH-340-HS-front.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1280 video
- 25-300mm (F3.6-7.0) lens
- 147g - 100 x 58 x 22mm
- Released January 2014
- Also referred to as IXUS 265 HS
(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
- Released January 2011
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 340 HS (16MP) and the FP7 (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The ELPH 340 HS was announced 3 years later than the FP7 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the ELPH 340 HS scores against the FP7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 340 HS Gallery & Panasonic FP7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 340 HS over the Panasonic FP7
ELPH 340 HS | FP7 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 37 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP7 over the Canon ELPH 340 HS
FP7 | ELPH 340 HS | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 340 HS and Panasonic FP7
ELPH 340 HS | FP7 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 340 HS provides external dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FP7 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 340 HS versus the FP7.
![Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 size comparison Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 340 HS and FP7 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 top view buttons comparison Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 340 HS and FP7.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same MP therefore you can expect similar quality of photographs but you need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 340 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.
![Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 sensor size comparison Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-ELPH-340-HS-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP7-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon ELPH 340 HS vs Panasonic FP7 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 340 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 |
Also Known as | IXUS 265 HS | - |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2014-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.6-7.0 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1280 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1280 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 190 images | 240 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11LH | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $199 | $227 |