Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Panasonic ZS20

Let's take a deeper look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Panasonic ZS20, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was released 10 months later than the ZS20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the ELPH 330 HS grades vs the ZS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 330 HS offers exterior measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 330 HS vs the ZS20.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 330 HS and ZS20 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 330 HS and ZS20.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic ZS20 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher ELPH 330 HS should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.