Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic SZ7

Here is a complete analysis of the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was revealed 13 months later than the SZ7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a brief view of how the ELPH 330 HS scores vs the SZ7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS enjoys outer dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Panasonic SZ7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS compared to the SZ7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 330 HS and SZ7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the ELPH 330 HS and SZ7.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic SZ7 to render more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern ELPH 330 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.