Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony G3
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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony G3 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
- Announced January 2013
- Other Name is IXUS 255 HS
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Released January 2009

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony G3 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The ELPH 330 HS was released 4 years after the G3 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ELPH 330 HS matches up against the G3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony G3 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon ELPH 330 HS over the Sony G3
ELPH 330 HS | G3 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2009 | More modern by 50 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Canon ELPH 330 HS
G3 | ELPH 330 HS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 921k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony G3
ELPH 330 HS | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon ELPH 330 HS enjoys outside measurements of 97mm x 56mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony G3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the ELPH 330 HS vs the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 330 HS and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the ELPH 330 HS and G3.
Clearly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Canon ELPH 330 HS to resolve more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger ELPH 330 HS will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony G3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Also called | IXUS 255 HS | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | PureColor II G | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 144 grams (0.32 pounds) | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 56 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-4L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $179 | $200 |