Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX580

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX580, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was announced 4 years after the FX580 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short highlight of how the ELPH 330 HS scores against the FX580 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor in 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) and the Panasonic FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX580 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS and the FX580.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 330 HS and FX580.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same MP so you can expect similar quality of images but you have to factor the age of the products into consideration. The newer ELPH 330 HS provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.