Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax W80

Here is a extended review of the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Pentax W80, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the W80 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was announced 3 years later than the W80 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the ELPH 330 HS grades versus the W80 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Pentax Optio W80. The whole galleries are provided at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Pentax W80 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 330 HS enjoys 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) while the Pentax W80 has proportions of 100mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Pentax W80 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the ELPH 330 HS vs the W80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 330 HS and W80 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The visual here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and W80.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of images but you have to take the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher ELPH 330 HS will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.