Canon ELPH 350 HS vs Panasonic FP8

Here is a detailed analysis of the Canon ELPH 350 HS versus Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 350 HS (20MP) and FP8 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 350 HS was launched 5 years later than the FP8 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the ELPH 350 HS matches up versus the FP8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 350 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 350 HS Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 350 HS comes with exterior measurements 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 FP8 has measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the ELPH 350 HS vs the FP8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 350 HS and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The visual underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 350 HS and FP8.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon ELPH 350 HS to give you greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger ELPH 350 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.