Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Kodak Z980

In this article, we are looking at the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Kodak Z980, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Kodak. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the Z980 (12MP) is very comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was released 4 years later than the Z980 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the ELPH 330 HS grades against the Z980 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Kodak EasyShare Z980. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Kodak Z980 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 330 HS features physical dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Kodak Z980 has proportions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).

Examine the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Kodak Z980 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS and the Z980.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 330 HS and Z980 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements only by checking out specs. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 330 HS and Z980.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern ELPH 330 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.