Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SD960 IS

Here is a in depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Canon SD960 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are produced by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the SD960 IS (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the SD960 IS and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the ELPH 330 HS matches up vs the SD960 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Canon PowerShot SD960 IS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Canon SD960 IS Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS features physical measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Canon SD960 IS has dimensions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the ELPH 330 HS and the SD960 IS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 330 HS and SD960 IS is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 330 HS and SD960 IS.

Plainly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files however you have to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger ELPH 330 HS will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.