Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX230 HS

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX230 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Canon. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was brought out 19 months later than the SX230 HS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 330 HS scores against the SX230 HS in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Canon SX230 HS Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS enjoys physical measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Canon SX230 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 330 HS against the SX230 HS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and SX230 HS is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 330 HS and SX230 HS.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images however you need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer ELPH 330 HS provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.