Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FH3

Its time to examine more closely at the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was released 3 years after the FH3 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the ELPH 330 HS grades vs the FH3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 330 HS features external dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 330 HS and the FH3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 330 HS and FH3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 330 HS and FH3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH3 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger ELPH 330 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.