Canon ELPH 330 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Alternative Name is IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.3-5.6) lens
- 168g - 97 x 57 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010
- Additionally referred to as FinePix JZ505

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus FujiFilm JZ500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the JZ500 (14MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was launched 2 years after the JZ500 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the ELPH 330 HS grades versus the JZ500 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & FujiFilm FinePix JZ500. The complete galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & FujiFilm JZ500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the FujiFilm JZ500
ELPH 330 HS | JZ500 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 32 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JZ500 over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
JZ500 | ELPH 330 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and FujiFilm JZ500
ELPH 330 HS | JZ500 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS has physical measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the FujiFilm JZ500 has measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus FujiFilm JZ500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS vs the JZ500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 330 HS and JZ500 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and JZ500.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the FujiFilm JZ500 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 330 HS provides a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs FujiFilm JZ500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | FujiFilm FinePix JZ500 |
Also Known as | IXUS 255 HS | FinePix JZ505 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.3-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1400s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 gr (0.32 lbs) | 168 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 57 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
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 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $179 | $230 |