Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 144g - 97 x 56 x 23mm
- Announced January 2013
- Additionally referred to as IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Revealed January 2015
- Replaced the Canon SX700 HS
- Later Model is Canon SX720 HS

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and SX710 HS (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was revealed 23 months earlier than the SX710 HS which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the ELPH 330 HS matches up against the SX710 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Canon PowerShot SX710 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Canon SX710 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Canon SX710 HS
ELPH 330 HS | SX710 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX710 HS over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
SX710 HS | ELPH 330 HS | |||
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Revealed | January 2015 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 23 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 461k | Sharper screen (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Canon SX710 HS
ELPH 330 HS | SX710 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS provides external measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Canon SX710 HS has dimensions of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
See the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 330 HS versus the SX710 HS.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and SX710 HS is 95 and 89 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and SX710 HS.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon SX710 HS to provide greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older ELPH 330 HS will be behind in sensor technology.

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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Canon SX710 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Canon PowerShot SX710 HS |
Also Known as | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2015-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 5 | DIGIC 6 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, on, off, slow synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 pounds) | 269 grams (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | 230 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-4L | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $179 | $349 |