Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX210 IS

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Canon SX210 IS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Canon. The resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the SX210 IS (14MP) is pretty well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was revealed 2 years after the SX210 IS which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the ELPH 330 HS grades against the SX210 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Canon PowerShot SX210 IS. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Canon SX210 IS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 330 HS comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Canon SX210 IS has sizing of 103mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 220 grams (0.49 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Canon SX210 IS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS versus the SX210 IS.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and SX210 IS is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The image below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 330 HS and SX210 IS.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Canon SX210 IS to give you extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 330 HS provides a benefit in sensor technology.