Canon A3100 IS vs Canon ELPH 330 HS

Here, we are analyzing the Canon A3100 IS versus Canon ELPH 330 HS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A3100 IS (12MP) and the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A3100 IS was brought out 4 years prior to the ELPH 330 HS which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A3100 IS grades vs the ELPH 330 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon A3100 IS has physical measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Canon ELPH 330 HS has specifications of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the A3100 IS and the ELPH 330 HS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A3100 IS and ELPH 330 HS is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The picture underneath may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A3100 IS and ELPH 330 HS.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images however you really should consider the age of the cameras into account. The more aged A3100 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.