Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Fujifilm T500
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Fujifilm T500 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
- Other Name is IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 0
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F) lens
- 136g - 99 x 57 x 26mm
- Launched January 2013

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Fujifilm T500 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Fujifilm T500, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and Fujifilm T500 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was introduced around the same time to the Fujifilm T500 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 330 HS matches up vs the Fujifilm T500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Fujifilm T500 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Fujifilm FinePix T500. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Fujifilm T500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Fujifilm T500
ELPH 330 HS | Fujifilm T500 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm T500 over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
Fujifilm T500 | ELPH 330 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Fujifilm T500
ELPH 330 HS | Fujifilm T500 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Fujifilm T500 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS enjoys outer measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Fujifilm T500 has dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Compare the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Fujifilm T500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS versus the Fujifilm T500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 330 HS and Fujifilm T500 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Fujifilm T500 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and Fujifilm T500.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm T500 to show more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Fujifilm T500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Fujifilm T500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Fujifilm FinePix T500 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Fujifilm FinePix T500 |
Also called | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3440 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144 gr (0.32 pounds) | 136 gr (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $179 | $0 |