Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Samsung WB800F

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Samsung WB800F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and WB800F (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was unveiled very close to the WB800F which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the ELPH 330 HS scores versus the WB800F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Samsung WB800F. The full galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon ELPH 330 HS has got physical dimensions of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB800F has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS versus Samsung WB800F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the ELPH 330 HS compared to the WB800F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ELPH 330 HS and WB800F is 95 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 330 HS and WB800F.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung WB800F to deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs much more aggressively.