Canon ELPH 330 HS vs Sony S980

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the ELPH 330 HS (12MP) and the S980 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The ELPH 330 HS was manufactured 4 years later than the S980 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the ELPH 330 HS grades vs the S980 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are available at Canon ELPH 330 HS Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon ELPH 330 HS provides 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 Sony S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony S980 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the ELPH 330 HS against the S980.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ELPH 330 HS and S980 is 95 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the ELPH 330 HS and S980.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP and you should expect similar quality of photos however you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern ELPH 330 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.