Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus FE-5010

Below is a extensive analysis of the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Olympus FE-5010, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the FE-5010 (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was launched 4 years later than the FE-5010 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the ELPH 330 HS grades versus the FE-5010 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Olympus FE-5010. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Olympus FE-5010 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS has got exterior dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus FE-5010 has measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS and the FE-5010.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 330 HS and FE-5010 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by looking through technical specs. The visual below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 330 HS and FE-5010.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you should consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer ELPH 330 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.