Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Panasonic FP2

Lets take a deeper look at the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and FP2 (14MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 350 HS was brought out 5 years later than the FP2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the ELPH 350 HS matches up versus the FP2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 350 HS features physical measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 350 HS vs the FP2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 350 HS and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 350 HS and FP2.

To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon ELPH 350 HS to provide you with greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer ELPH 350 HS is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.