Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Panasonic FP5

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and FP5 (14MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 350 HS was unveiled 4 years after the FP5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the ELPH 350 HS scores versus the FP5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 350 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 350 HS compared to the FP5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 350 HS and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 350 HS and FP5.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 350 HS to result in greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 350 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.