Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB50F
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB50F 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
- Released January 2013
- Additionally Known as IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 207g - 101 x 68 x 27mm
- Announced January 2014

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB50F Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Samsung WB50F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was unveiled 11 months prior to the WB50F and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the ELPH 330 HS matches up vs the WB50F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB50F Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Samsung WB50F. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Samsung WB50F
ELPH 330 HS | WB50F | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB50F over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
WB50F | ELPH 330 HS | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 11 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Samsung WB50F
ELPH 330 HS | WB50F | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB50F Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor 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") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has proportions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") along with a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).
See the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Samsung WB50F in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS versus the WB50F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 330 HS and WB50F is 95 and 92 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB50F Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the ELPH 330 HS and WB50F.
Clearly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung WB50F to result in extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older ELPH 330 HS will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB50F Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB50F Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Samsung WB50F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Samsung WB50F |
Alternate name | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2014-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.1-6.3 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 461 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | - |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow sync, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 lbs) | 207 grams (0.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 101 x 68 x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" 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 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | BP70A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $179 | $180 |