Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Panasonic FP5

On this page, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the ELPH 360 HS (20MP) and FP5 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 360 HS was released 5 years later than the FP5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short summary of how the ELPH 360 HS matches up versus the FP5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 360 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 360 HS Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 360 HS features outer measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Canon ELPH 360 HS vs Panasonic FP5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 360 HS versus the FP5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 360 HS and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements simply by looking at specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 360 HS and FP5.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon ELPH 360 HS to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer ELPH 360 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.