Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Ricoh G700SE

In this article, we are reviewing the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is very comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was revealed 2 years later than the G700SE and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the ELPH 330 HS grades vs the G700SE when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Ricoh G700SE. The full galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Ricoh G700SE Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon ELPH 330 HS provides outer measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh G700SE has proportions of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

Look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Ricoh G700SE in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 330 HS against the G700SE.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ELPH 330 HS and G700SE is 95 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and G700SE.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you should expect comparable quality of files although you should always factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger ELPH 330 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.