Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax I-10
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax I-10 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
- Launched January 2013
- Additionally Known as IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax I-10 Overview
The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Pentax I-10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the I-10 (12MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was unveiled 3 years after the I-10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the ELPH 330 HS grades vs the I-10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax I-10 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Pentax Optio I-10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Pentax I-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Pentax I-10
ELPH 330 HS | I-10 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 37 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+231k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
I-10 | ELPH 330 HS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Pentax I-10
ELPH 330 HS | I-10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax I-10 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 330 HS enjoys external 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 Pentax I-10 has sizing of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Pentax I-10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the ELPH 330 HS vs the I-10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and I-10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax I-10 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The image underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and I-10.
Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of photos although you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer ELPH 330 HS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax I-10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax I-10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Pentax Optio I-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Pentax Optio I-10 |
Also referred to as | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2010-01-25 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | Prime |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 lb) | 153 grams (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $179 | $310 |