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Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 12.1MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom with 3-Inch LCD (Black)
Brand | Canon |
Model Name | Canon PowerShot ELPH |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 12 MP |
Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Max Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Exposure Control Type | Program, Automatic |
Form Factor | Compact |
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- 12.1 MP DIGIC 5 CMOS Sensor
- 10x Optical Zoom 24mm Wide-Angle lens
- Smart AUTO, Intelligent IS, and 1080p Full HD video recording
- High Speed AF and High-Speed Burst up to 6.2 frames
- New ECO Mode to reduce power consumption
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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS 16 Mp High-Sensitivity CMOS Sensor DIGIC 4+ Image Processor Canon 12x Optical Zoom Lens 25-300mm (35mm Equivalent) 3.0" 461k-Dot LCD Monitor Full HD 1080p Video Recording at 30 fps Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity with NFC Intelligent IS Image Stabilization Canon HS SYSTEM Hybrid Auto and Creative Shot Modes
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Auto Focus Technology | Center, Face Detection, Tracking, Multi-area, Single, Continuous, Live View, Contrast Detection |
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Display Resolution Maximum | 461000 |
Photo Sensor Size | 1/2.3-inch |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Effective Still Resolution | 12.1 |
Maximum Webcam Image Resolution | 12 MP |
White balance settings | Auto, Flash torch, Shade |
Self Timer Duration | 10 seconds |
JPEG quality level | Fine |
Camera Flash | Built-In |
Image Stabilization | Optical |
Video Capture Format | AVC |
Video Capture Resolution | FHD 1080p |
Video Standard | MOV |
Viewfinder Type | Optical |
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Screen Size | 3 Inches |
Display Type | LCD |
Display Fixture Type | Fixed |
Batteries Required? | Yes |
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Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Are Batteries Included | Yes |
Rechargeable Battery Included | No |
Battery Cell Composition | Lithium Ion |
Battery Description | Lithium Ion |
Battery Weight | 1 Grams |
Battery Life | 220 Photos |
Target Gender | Unisex |
Connectivity Technology | USB, HDMI |
Continuous Shooting Speed | 2.4 |
Wireless Communication Technology | Yes |
Flash Memory Type | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Special Feature | Image Stabilization |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Skill Level | Professional |
Specific Uses For Product | Photography |
Form Factor | Compact |
Hardware Interface | HDMI |
Audio Recording | Yes |
Photo Sensor Technology | CMOS |
Lens Type | Fixed-zoom |
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Optical Zoom | 10 x |
Digital Zoom | 4 x |
Maximum Aperture | 6.9 f |
Minimum Aperture | 3 f |
Zoom Type | Optical Zoom |
Autofocus Points | 9 |
Camera Lens Description | 24 Mm |
Compatible Mountings | Canon EF |
Focus Type | Auto Focus |
Maximum Focal Length | 240 Millimeters |
Minimum Focal Length | 24 Millimeters |
Expanded ISO Maximum | 6400 |
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Expanded ISO Minimum | 80 |
Max Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
Min Shutter Speed | 15 seconds |
Exposure Control Type | Program, Automatic |
Metering Description | Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Shooting Modes | Scene |
Model Name | Canon PowerShot ELPH |
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Brand | Canon |
Model Number | 8206B001 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #150,345 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #942 in Digital Point & Shoot Cameras |
ASIN | B00B5HE3UU |
Color | Black |
Included Components | Battery Charger, Tripod, Battery, HDMI Cable |
Language | English |
Assembly Required | No |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Processor Description | DIGIC 5 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.82 x 0.91 x 2.2 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.1 Ounces |
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PowerShot ELPH 330 HS boasts enhanced built-in Wi-Fi that enables you to comment on photos and share them to social networking sites quickly and easily – even within specific groups. The powerful new 10x Optical Zoom with 24mm Wide-Angle lens gets you up close and out wide to capture the world in a whole new way, while the Canon HS SYSTEM – the combination of a 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5 Image Processor – delivers sharply detailed images with vivid, natural color, even in dark lighting. You'll make memories last in beautifully realistic 1080p Full HD video with a press of the dedicated movie button, and use new Hybrid Auto to automatically create an optimized video overview of your day's activities. High Speed AF ensures well-focused action shots, and Intelligent IS delivers blur-free images. And now shoot longer on a single charge with power consumption-reducing ECO Mode.
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Share with Powerful Style
Radiant in a sleekly rounded new design, the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS boasts enhanced built-in Wi-Fi® that enables you to comment on photos and share them to social networking sites quickly and easily – even within specific groups. The powerful new 10x Optical Zoom with 24mm Wide-Angle lens gets you up close and out wide to capture the world in a whole new way, while the Canon HS SYSTEM – the combination of a 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5 Image Processor – delivers sharply detailed images with vivid, natural color, even in dark lighting. You'll make memories last in beautifully realistic 1080p Full HD video with a press of the dedicated movie button, and use new Hybrid Auto to automatically create an optimized video overview of your day's activities. High Speed AF ensures well-focused action shots, and Intelligent IS delivers blur-free images. And now shoot longer on a single charge with power consumption-reducing ECO Mode.
Share Simply From Wherever You Are
Built-in Wi-Fi® allows you to wirelessly transfer your images to social networking sites through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY#; to a PC or upload virtually anywhere on your iOS® or Android™ device* with the free download of the Canon CameraWindow app**
The PowerShot ELPH 330 HS is equipped with enhanced built-in Wi-Fi® for on-the-go convenience when you want to share what you've recorded with friends, family and the whole world. The camera can connect directly to both iOS® and Android™ devices*, and upload images via the free Canon CameraWindow app** without a computer. Easily post your images to your favorite social networking sites through CANON iMAGE GATEWAY# or save them to the online photo album to share anytime, anywhere. The camera's built-in Wi-Fi® also lets you transfer images and video directly to your computer to update friends and family while you're traveling or out and about. Enhanced Wi-Fi® makes posting in real time possible, so you can keep everyone up to date with photos even as events unfold. Easily control the destination of your uploads to social networking sites; share with everyone, or send photos to selected groups. Post to groups, add comments, and edit and upload MOV video files from both iOS® and Android™ devices*. Frequently used devices and accounts are stored in the camera's Wi-Fi® history menu, so you can immediately connect with a simple touch. Share with other Wi-Fi® equipped PowerShot cameras, send images to your computer, and print your photos to Wi-Fi® compatible printers^. Built-in Wi-Fi® on the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS makes it easier than ever for you to express your creative flair, and share it with the entire world!
# One-time registration is required on CANON iMAGE GATEWAY online photo album.
* Compatible with iOS version 5.1/6.0 or later and Android devices version 2.3/4.0 or later. Data charges may apply.
** This software enables you to upload images to social network services. Before uploading images, please be aware that image files may contain privacy related information such as people and places. If necessary, please delete such information. Canon does not obtain, collect or use such images or any information included in such images through this software.
^ Wireless PictBridge certified printer is required.
Give Your Images a Whole New Perspective
10x Optical Zoom with 24mm Wide-Angle lens
The PowerShot ELPH 330 HS features a powerful Genuine Canon 10x Zoom Lens that delivers outstanding optical performance and versatility. Fitting a high-performance lens with such wide zoom range into a camera so thin would normally be considered an impossible feat, but Canon's expert optical engineering met the challenge, developing a lens that achieves outstanding compactness with high zoom power and superb performance. The zoom starts at 24mm wide-angle and extends to 240mm telephoto (35mm equivalent), covering an exceptionally wide range. The telephoto reach gives you the freedom to capture subjects from a considerable distance, while the 24mm wide-angle makes it easy to shoot sweeping landscapes, large groups of people and tall buildings.
Optical Image Stabilizer
Handheld shooting can often lead to camera shake, making photos and videos blurry. Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer is a sophisticated system that uses lens-shift technology to correct for unwanted camera movement. It makes handheld photography more practical, providing excellent image quality in many difficult shooting situations: outdoors at dusk, inside without a flash, and even at the telephoto end of the zoom range without a tripod. For photos, it enables shooting at slower shutter speeds, accommodating more low-light shooting situations than ever before without having to boost ISO sensitivity. With camera shake and vibration reduced, you get a sharper, steadier image. And because it is an optical system, there is none of the image degradation typical with electronic image stabilizers.
Experience the Power
12.1 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor
The PowerShot ELPH 330 HS employs a Canon 12.1 Megapixel CMOS sensor, which delivers state-of-the-art imaging performance and is optimized for use in compact cameras. Utilizing a sophisticated light–capturing design, it provides high sensitivity for improved high ISO capture with reduced noise. It is also a high-speed design, capable of rapidly capturing and moving image data to the processor, enabling faster continuous shooting and faster autofocus.
Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor
The latest-generation Canon DIGIC 5 Image Processor works with the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS's image sensor to bring phenomenal increases in processing speed and power, delivering incredible detail in more situations, without the need for artificial light sources. Improved noise reduction produces clearer images when shooting in low light at high ISO speeds. The faster processing speed results in faster continuous shooting capability while maintaining full image quality. With the power of the DIGIC 5 Image Processor, the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS can achieve higher ISO sensitivity and even perform advanced functions like lens correction, special scene modes and much more.
Canon HS SYSTEM for exceptional low-light performance up to ISO 6400
The PowerShot ELPH 330 HS gives you the power to create images with spectacular depth, detail and emotional resonance. The 12.1 Megapixel High-Sensitivity CMOS sensor works in concert with the DIGIC 5 Image Processor to create the renowned Canon HS SYSTEM. With the Canon HS SYSTEM, you'll experience excellent tracking performance even in low light, and achieve gorgeous still image quality even at high ISO speeds all the way up to ISO 6400; beautiful low-light shots are possible with minimal noise and maximum detail in highlight and shadow areas. The Canon HS SYSTEM lets you use higher shutter speeds to capture clearer images with reduced noise and blur in a variety of situations for incredible photos and even when shooting video.
Get the Complete HD Experience
Capture beautiful 1080p Full HD video in stereo sound with a dedicated movie button; zoom while shooting and play back videos on an HDTV via the HDMI output
Simply touch the dedicated movie button on the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS to start recording video in 1080p Full HD that is breathtakingly vivid and realistic. You're free to use the full range of the zoom in movie mode, and sound is recorded in stereo. HDMI output allows you to view and share your video on an HDTV immediately, simply by connecting the camera to the TV with an optional HDMI cable.
Remember the Day in Crisp HD
New Hybrid Auto utilizes a combination of Smart AUTO and Intelligent IS to create a beautiful and steady 720p HD video clip in Movie Digest mode every time you shoot a still image
New Hybrid Auto on the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS brings enhanced image quality to the popular Movie Digest feature on PowerShot digital cameras. Movie Digest records up to four seconds of video every time you shoot a still image, then automatically joins the clips into a video that captures the essence of special days: vacations, important occasions, any time you're shooting many shots in a day. With Hybrid Auto, this "highlight reel" is more beautiful than ever. Hybrid Auto automatically recognizes the scene and optimizes camera settings to capture the highest possible image quality. The resulting 720p HD video is properly exposed, crisp and steady.
Faster Focus and High-speed Shooting
High Speed AF greatly improves focus speed and High-Speed Burst allows continuous shooting (6.2 fps) while maintaining superb image quality
The PowerShot ELPH 330 HS is equipped with Canon's latest advancement in AF technology: High Speed AF. The result of several improved technologies, High Speed AF delivers a significantly faster focus speed of 0.16 seconds and a dramatically reduced shooting lag time of 0.19 seconds for a super-responsive shooting experience that lets you capture every great shot as it happens. The technology also powers the camera's High-Speed Burst with continuous shooting at 6.2 frames per second. Moreover, images captured in High-Speed Burst maintain the camera's superb image quality.
Optimal Image Stabilization in Any Situation
Intelligent IS automatically chooses from six different modes to optimize image stabilization for the shooting condition
It's easy to capture clear, steady images with the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS, even in low light without using a tripod. That's because the camera is equipped with Canon's innovative Intelligent IS. The system analyzes camera movement and applies the best shake correction method for the shooting situation – allowing you to focus on framing and capturing your shot. For stills, the system automatically selects among Normal, Panning, Macro (Hybrid) and Tripod IS modes. When shooting video, the system automatically selects among Dynamic, Powered, Macro and Tripod IS modes.
Normal Corrects for a wide range of camera movement when shooting stills. Panning Panning motion is detected so that IS does not interfere with desired camera movement. Macro (Hybrid) Corrects for shift-type camera shake, which typically occurs in macro (close-up) shooting. Dynamic Effective for video shooting at wide-angle focal lengths, eliminating the unwanted shaking that typically occurs while walking. Powered Compensates for hand movement when shooting video at the telephoto end of the zoom range, where camera shake is magnified. Tripod When tripod use is detected, the Image Stabilizer is stopped because it is not needed.A Charge that Lasts as Long as a Memory
New ECO Mode helps reduce power consumption for longer battery life.
The PowerShot ELPH 330 HS takes energy conservation to the next level with ECO Mode, which provides more shots per single charge through LCD monitor and camera power management. ECO Mode can be activated for easy power preservation when an outlet is unavailable or the moment is too exciting to put the camera down. ECO Mode quickly wakes the camera from sleep when a button is pressed. With ECO Mode activated to conserve power, you can even stay connected for longer with the built-in Wi-Fi® feature on the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS. When the fun with family and friends runs late into the night, you can be assured your camera can keep up.
Additional Features
Smart AUTO
Smart AUTO for the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS makes it easier than ever to capture the sharp, bright, colorful images and videos you're looking for. By assessing various factors in both the background and the subject, the system recognizes 58 predefined shooting situations and automatically selects the camera settings that will yield the best possible results. Simply frame the shot you want, and in dozens of common or challenging scenarios the camera takes care of the rest. Hard-to-capture shots such as moving subjects, night scenes, backlit subjects, and landscapes at evening or on a bright, snowy day are instantly and effortlessly captured as "keeper" shots. Smart AUTO makes the PowerShot ELPH 330 HS ideal for capturing excellent quality still images and video on the go.
Shooting Modes/Special Scene Modes
Smart AUTO The camera automatically selects the best shooting settings for optimal quality based on subjects and environmental factors to provide point-and-shoot simplicity. Movie Digest & Hybrid Auto Automatically selects shooting settings for optimal quality and records a video clip every time you capture a still image. One day's worth of clips are then combined into a single video. Program The camera automatically and intelligently selects the aperture/shutter speed combination based on the shooting conditions. Portrait Brings the subject into focus while beautifully blurring the background. Smooth Skin Removes dullness, wrinkles, and harsh shadows for beautiful faces. Smart Shutter The camera automatically takes the photo when people smile, wink, or get into frame. High-Speed Burst Captures rapid action frame by frame, by shooting continuously at a high speed while the shutter button is held down. Handheld Night Scene Take clear and steady pictures at night without the use of a tripod. Fisheye Effect Now you can get the fisheye effect – a classic photographic distortion – without a fisheye lens. Miniature Effect Give images a miniature look with an effect that emphasizes perspective by blurring the top and bottom of the image. Toy Camera Effect Simulates photos taken with "toy" or pinhole cameras, darkening the image at the edges to create a vignette effect. Soft Focus Creates a hazy ambiance that's perfect for portraits and wedding photos. Monochrome Choose from three single-tone effects: Black-and-White, Sepia, or Blue. Super Vivid Super Vivid intensifies existing hues, saturating the scene with bright colors. Poster Effect Poster Effect combines several similar shades into one color, turning subtle gradations into eye-catching, scene-popping contrasts. Color Accent Choose to retain a single color in your image while other colors turn monochrome. Color Swap Select a color and replace it with a color you specify for special effects. Snow Shoot clear snow scenes without darkened subjects or an unnatural bluish tint. Fireworks Create brilliant images of skyrocketing fireworks. Long Shutter Use to blur moving subjects for artistic effect, ideal for urban night photography. Stitch Assist Easy-to-use guidelines simplify the shooting of aligned multiple frames that can later be combined (using bundled software) to create panoramic photos. Movie Record video; unwanted scenes can be deleted in playback mode. Super Slow Motion Movie Record your clips in high speed (approx. 240 fps), and then watch your videos in slow motion.Read about our customers' top-rated cameras on our review page: Point-and-Shoot Cameras
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Customers like the quality, size and portability of the digital camera. For example, they mention it takes great daylight pictures, records in the True HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), and is built well. Customers also appreciate portability, and value. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use, speed, and battery life.
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Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the digital camera. They mention that the picture quality is excellent, the rear screen is fantastic, and it takes great daylight pictures. It also takes better video than most stand-alone camcorders sold today, and records in the true HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 (24 fps). It is a small camera that's packed with punch to take beautiful pictures, and is the best they have ever used.
"...Also, the close up pictures turn out really well. My mom does a lot of coin collecting, and we are able to take great closeups this one...." Read more
"...- I never thought I'd say that about a compact camera - and it takes great photos in a variety of environments I've tested it in,..." Read more
"...It is small, lightweight, and plastic, but still does very well with pictures and packs a lot of useful (and a few not so useful) features in a tiny..." Read more
"...I also really love the fancy settings, the handheld nighttime setting takes good pictures around the campfire without a flash, and the miniature..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the camera. For example, they mention it's a very nice little camera, built well, and dependable. Some say it' s an excellent camera for a parent and that it turns on fast.
"...It's a sturdy camera that's small enough to take along with you, and it's very powerful for a point and shoot. You won't be disappointed!" Read more
"...Insofar as video recording goes, I was very impressed by the quality both of the picture and the sound...." Read more
"...Overall, this is a very nice little camera. It has a few niggles, but it also takes very nice pictures if you take time to understand how it works...." Read more
"...It's an EXCELLENT camera for a parent: it turns on fast, takes very good clear shots of fast-moving kids, it's good in low light and has an..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the digital camera. They say it's super small, compact, and light, making it more likely to be with them when they see the camera. The camera is a good size and the screen is nice and big, making the viewing of photos easy.
"...It's a sturdy camera that's small enough to take along with you, and it's very powerful for a point and shoot. You won't be disappointed!" Read more
"...It is small, lightweight, and plastic, but still does very well with pictures and packs a lot of useful (and a few not so useful) features in a tiny..." Read more
"...Definitely a nice purse or pocket camera, small and light! The screen is clear and big and bright!(EDIT 2014/07)..." Read more
"...But I DO know a good picture when I see one, and I do love the small form, ease of use, and excellent output of this camera...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the digital camera. They say it fits easily in a pocket or purse, is really light weight, and is easy to take anywhere. The image quality is all they require for what they need, and it works well enough. It's great for travel or really anything, and has an easier option for toggling between snapshot and video modes.
"...It is small, lightweight, and plastic, but still does very well with pictures and packs a lot of useful (and a few not so useful) features in a tiny..." Read more
"...Definitely a nice purse or pocket camera, small and light! The screen is clear and big and bright!(EDIT 2014/07)..." Read more
"...I wanted a camera that had a number of features:1. It could fit easily in my pocket.2...." Read more
"...Great for travel or really anything. The sensor is better than even my ELPH 100HS, which I was already impressed with...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the camera. They appreciate the 10x optical zoom and the fact that it is well worth the price. They also appreciate the protection plan and the sound quality.
"...They are inexpensive, and are rated at 1400mah, or nearly twice the 760mah of the Canon battery that came with the camera...." Read more
"...I really feel like I got high-end camera quality for a really reasonable price!" Read more
"...And to top it off, the price has dropped low enough to make this a no-brainer...." Read more
"...F. vs. 70 degrees F. Extra batteries are readily available and inexpensive: I always carry two fully-charged extras, in addition to the one in the..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the digital camera. Some mention that it performs well, the shutter speed and timing is quite fast for a point and shoot, and it turns on quickly. However, some customers say that it takes a longer-than-expected time to get ready for the next shot, and digital cameras with dead batteries don't work well.
"...The Digic 5 processor is noticeably quicker than my old Digic 3 based camera - and of course it has to do a lot more as well both due to shooting in..." Read more
"...Anyway, WIFI works well if you have Windows 8, or some versions of Windows 7, and the listed WIFI versions used in cell phones, and if you follow..." Read more
"...so I haven't really given it a thorough test-drive, but it takes fast pictures (essential when you have kids) and they look to be good quality...." Read more
"...The video quality is good, and you can take full HD video, but it's not at 60 fps. It's only at 30...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of use of the digital camera. Some mention that it's very user friendly, the menus seem fairly intuitive, and the features are pretty easy to get to. Others say that the keys are hard to use and the manual included in the box doesn't help much. They also say that it is not very functional and that the features, such as ISO, are needlessly complicated and often frustrating.
"...the camera does everything for you," etc. Even though the camera is fairly simple, you still need to know enough to make appropriate adjustments to..." Read more
"...Now that I have tried both cameras I find the Samsung more user-friendly, although using advanced features on either camera requires careful use of..." Read more
"...The small flash unit of the Elph 330 is just average, not nearly as effective or as even (some vignetting) as the more substantial flashes found on..." Read more
"...know a good picture when I see one, and I do love the small form, ease of use, and excellent output of this camera...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the camera. Some mention that it has great battery life, clear images, and a food zoom for the size of the product. However, others say that it tends to shut down constantly and go through batteries very quickly.
"...sturdy camera that's small enough to take along with you, and it's very powerful for a point and shoot. You won't be disappointed!" Read more
"...In my opinion, the aggravation that that causes is not worth the battery power it saves. Turn it off...." Read more
"...The battery lasts a really long time, too, I've only had to charge it twice since I got it this March!..." Read more
"...when I see one, and I do love the small form, ease of use, and excellent output of this camera...." Read more
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I'm not a professional photographer, so this review is from your everyday user who knows a little bit about electronics. In college, my graphics design teacher told me he preferred Canon cameras because their colors were the truest to reality. Some cameras that you see take extremely saturated photos that really don't look realistic. This camera goes right along with that, and takes pictures that remain true to their colors.
12.1 Megapixels may not sound like a lot these days, but you also have to take into consideration how the chipset processes the pictures. From what I understand, this one does the job better than cameras that have many more megapixels and an underperforming processor.
The settings on the camera are really nice, with my favorite being the smooth skin setting. I like to edit my photos, and this saves a lot of time when you're having a bad skin day. The photos come out looking very realistic, and don't have a filter like quality to them - just a reparative effect. I love it!
The wifi connect is okay. You have to download an app to your device, and then connect to the wifi through your settings. From what I understand, this is a little bit of a pain compared to competitors who are much more user friendly. Still, I find picture transferring to be a snap while I'm on the go in the car. I can just zap the pictures to the ipad and see them in great detail.
Low light pictures, when the settings are set correctly, are really fantastic looking and natural. No super dark pictures where you can't make out the details. Sometimes you have to adjust the settings as to make sure the flash doesn't drown out the picture, but that's part of the fun of getting a new camera.
The zoom is incredible on this camera! It's like taking a picture using binoculars sometimes. Also, the close up pictures turn out really well. My mom does a lot of coin collecting, and we are able to take great closeups this one.
The video quality is good, and you can take full HD video, but it's not at 60 fps. It's only at 30. In a sea of other machines that can do fullHD at 60fps, that's a little disappointing. However, I have found 720 to be great for Youtube videos and video editing.
For the price, you really can't beat this camera. It gets great reviews, and is often referred to the Youtube Camera. It's a sturdy camera that's small enough to take along with you, and it's very powerful for a point and shoot. You won't be disappointed!
I'd previously owned several Canon point-and-click models - most recently a Powershot A2000 that I've taken almost 10,000 photos with so far and is still going strong. It is getting a little long in the tooth now though, with just a CCD sensor rather than a CMOS, and fairly limited operation and speed due to the old Digic 3 processor, (rather than the Digic 5 in this ELPH 330 model.) The Digic 5 processor is noticeably quicker than my old Digic 3 based camera - and of course it has to do a lot more as well both due to shooting in much higher resolutions, but also because the camera has a lot more automated features. The fact that this camera had the Digic 5 processor was a big selling point to me. It offers a huge improvement over previous iterations of the chip, (I won't detail them here but Canon's website provides this information if anyone is interested.)
When I received this camera, the first thing that struck me was how tiny it is - especially bearing in mind the fact it has a 10x optical zoom that is required to extend out so significantly and retract back into the main body. How Canon has achieved this is beyond me, but I'm glad they did.
Anyone who has ever used a previous Canon digital camera will be right at home using this new model. The auto mode is fantastic - I never thought I'd say that about a compact camera - and it takes great photos in a variety of environments I've tested it in, (at night under artificial light with and without the flash; outside on a sunny day and outside after snowfall; indoors during the day, outside in close to darkness, etc.) To be honest, I'm fairly experienced when it comes to photography - I know my way around f-stops, shutter speed, ISO, exposure, etc. as I own a DSLR, but for use as a "walkabout" camera, I'll probably only somewhat rarely take this camera out of "Auto" mode. The pictures are so wonderfully focused, clear and full of color. The semi-auto and manual modes are still there, (with the omission of the old "landscape" mode - although there is an "infinity" mode now that appears to be a similar thing.) There is a Program (P) mode too which I've always found incredibly useful and my default mode to use with other Canon point-and-shoot models - that mode allows the camera to handle the aperture and shutter and gives control to the user to set other factors of the photo - namely the ISO, flash mode, exposure compensation and white-balance. The camera does still retain a "Portrait" mode too, which is useful for taking photos of people up close and allows the camera to blur the background a little using a large aperture (i.e. small f-stop) automatically.
This camera has built in wireless connectivity, but, to be honest I probably will never use this capability. I prefer to copy my images to my computer and edit/crop them in Paintshop Pro prior to uploading them anywhere.
Insofar as video recording goes, I was very impressed by the quality both of the picture and the sound. I briefly tried full 1080p recording, and was quite astounded by the quality once I downloaded the video to my computer. However, for my purposes the 720p resolution is good enough, (and a much smaller file size to work with and edit.) As with all point-and-click cameras you can audibly hear the camera zooming in and out on the recording if you decide to do so. It's not too imposing though so it's no big deal. Most of the video I'll ever take with this camera will be wide-angle anyway, so I'll probably never touch the zoom lever while recording anyway.
The 12.1mp CMOS blows away all the 16mp CCD cameras I've seen and used. I know a lot of people believe that a digital camera's specification all but ends at the megapixel level, with the more the better, but this is a false belief. A camera with a good CMOS sensor is FAR better than a cheaper (but perhaps more megapixel) CCD based camera.
I'm trying to think of negatives to balance my review, but am struggling. I'd like Canon to stop ripping off their customers with the price of additional "official" batteries. True, there are cheap clones at less than 20% of the price of a Canon brand, but if the reviews on them are anything to go by, they should be used with caution and may invalidate you camera warranty if they cause damage. Ah... I just thought of a negative thing about the camera itself -- the buttons on the back are flat and almost flush with camera body. This can make them a little harder to press than with previous camera models which had raised or rounded buttons. Sorry, that's the biggest negative I can think of. This is a terrific camera.
P.S. The camera comes with a decent little "Getting Started" manual. However, there is a much more comprehensive and detailed manual available (for free) from the Canon USA website, and also on the disc supplied with the camera. Amazon doesn't allow web-links in their reviews, so I'll post the link to download the full manual as a comment on this review instead, (which does seem to be allowed by Amazon.) Anyone considering buying this camera also may wish to download the manual to ensure the ELPH 330 is the model for you, or to familiarize themselves with operating it while you wait for Amazon to deliver it.
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