Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic F5

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Panasonic F5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the F5 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was introduced at a similar time to the F5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the ELPH 330 HS grades against the F5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Panasonic F5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS comes with external measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic F5 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS compared to the F5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and F5 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 330 HS and F5.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic F5 to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images more aggressively.