Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530
95 Imaging
36 Features
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95 Imaging
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530 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
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternative Name is IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 36-108mm (F) lens
- 150g - 94 x 57 x 23mm
- Announced January 2010

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The image resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the M530 (12MP) is relatively close and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was introduced 3 years later than the M530 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the ELPH 330 HS grades vs the M530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Kodak EasyShare M530. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Kodak M530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Kodak M530
ELPH 330 HS | M530 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 38 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Kodak M530 over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
M530 | ELPH 330 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Kodak M530
ELPH 330 HS | M530 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS provides outside 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) whilst the Kodak M530 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).
See the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 330 HS versus the M530.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 330 HS and M530 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 330 HS and M530.
Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos but you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer ELPH 330 HS is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak M530 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Kodak EasyShare M530 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Kodak |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Kodak EasyShare M530 |
Also called as | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1000 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 36-108mm (3.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | PureColor II G | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1400 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 pounds) | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 94 x 57 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | KLIC-7006 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $179 | $110 |