Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330 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
- Launched January 2013
- Also referred to as IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-300mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 158g - 101 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced February 2011
- Previous Model is Olympus VR-320

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the VR-330 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was brought out 2 years after the VR-330 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the ELPH 330 HS grades against the VR-330 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Olympus VR-330. The entire galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Olympus VR-330 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Olympus VR-330
ELPH 330 HS | VR-330 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-330 over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
VR-330 | ELPH 330 HS |
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Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Olympus VR-330
ELPH 330 HS | VR-330 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 330 HS offers exterior dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Olympus VR-330 has proportions of 101mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 330 HS compared to the VR-330.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and VR-330 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The picture below might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 330 HS and VR-330.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Olympus VR-330 to resolve more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more recent ELPH 330 HS provides an edge in sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Olympus VR-330 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Olympus VR-330 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Olympus VR-330 |
Also called as | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2011-02-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 5 | TruePic III |
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 | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-300mm (12.5x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 lbs) | 158 gr (0.35 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | LI-42B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $179 | $220 |