Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX700
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX700 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
- Revealed January 2013
- Alternative Name is IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Revealed July 2010

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is pretty close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was unveiled 2 years after the FX700 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 330 HS grades versus the FX700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Panasonic FX700
ELPH 330 HS | FX700 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 31 months |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
FX700 | ELPH 330 HS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Panasonic FX700
ELPH 330 HS | FX700 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS provides physical 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 FX700 has measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Contrast the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Panasonic FX700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 330 HS against the FX700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and FX700 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through technical specs. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 330 HS and FX700.
As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic FX700 to result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 330 HS is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Also Known as | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 5 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
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 mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 7.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | AVCHD |
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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 144g (0.32 lbs) | 176g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $179 | $399 |