Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax Q
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax Q Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 144g - 97 x 56 x 23mm
- Released January 2013
- Alternative Name is IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Announced June 2011
- Newer Model is Pentax Q10
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax Q Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Pentax Q, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Pentax. The image resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the Q (12MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe ELPH 330 HS was released 20 months after the Q making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon ELPH 330 HS being a Compact camera and the Pentax Q being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the ELPH 330 HS matches up versus the Q in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax Q Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Pentax Q. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Pentax Q Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Pentax Q
ELPH 330 HS | Q | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | June 2011 | More modern by 20 months | |
Display resolution | 461k | 460k | Sharper display (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
Q | ELPH 330 HS | |||
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Manual focus | Very exact focusing |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Pentax Q
ELPH 330 HS | Q | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax Q Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS enjoys exterior 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 Q has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Pentax Q in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the ELPH 330 HS versus the Q.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 330 HS and Q is 95 and 93 respectively.
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax Q Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and Q.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution and you can expect comparable quality of images though you need to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent ELPH 330 HS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Pentax Q Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Pentax Q | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Pentax Q |
Otherwise known as | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2011-06-23 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 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 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 125 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Pentax Q |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 8 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | - | 1/2000s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144g (0.32 pounds) | 180g (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 47 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 189 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 230 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-4L | D-LI68 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $179 | $695 |