Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS 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
- Introduced January 2013
- Also referred to as IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Launched June 2013

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Olympus TG-2 iHS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by rivals Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the TG-2 iHS (12MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was manufactured 5 months earlier than the TG-2 iHS and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 330 HS scores against the TG-2 iHS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
ELPH 330 HS | TG-2 iHS |
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Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
TG-2 iHS | ELPH 330 HS | |||
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Display resolution | 610k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+149k dot) |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Olympus TG-2 iHS
ELPH 330 HS | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 330 HS has outside 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 Olympus TG-2 iHS has sizing of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Olympus TG-2 iHS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS and the TG-2 iHS.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and TG-2 iHS is 95 and 91 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and TG-2 iHS.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same MP and you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus TG-2 iHS Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS |
Also Known as | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2013-06-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3968 x 2976 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 610k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G | OLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144 gr (0.32 lbs) | 230 gr (0.51 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
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 pictures | 350 pictures |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-4L | Li-90B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $179 | $380 |