Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS (IXUS 255 HS)

image quality, usability

88% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

usability, portability, performance, image quality, price

low-light, reliability

87% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

93% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

We had a difficult time grading the 330 HS for several reasons. For $230, you’re paying for a camera that shoots good quality photos, is stylish, and is simple to use. However, at the end of the day, it’s still a point-and-shoot, and at $200-plus it’s...

Sharp lens. Integrated Wi-Fi. 10x zoom range. Excellent high ISO performance. Short shutter lag. Includes external battery charger.

Small-aperture lens. Lacks full manual controls. 1080p video limited to 24fps.

Performance and Conclusions The Elph 330 HS starts and grabs a photo in just about 1.8 seconds. Shutter lag is an impressive 0.15-second, and it fires off shots at 2 frames per second. It's not the absolute fastest compact that we've tested, but it's...

Image quality is very good for a camera with a 1/2.3-inch image sensor ; Performs well at low and mid-range ISO settings with minimal noise problems ; Nice to find 10x optical zoom in thin camera ; Start-up times are fast ; Shutter lag is not...

Control buttons on back of camera are too small and too tight to the camera body ; Minimal manual control options ; Menu structure is a little odd and requires some practice to use efficiently ; Full 1080p HD video limited to 24 frames per second ;...

Although the Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS camera isn't a high-end camera that will compare favorably with interchangeable lens models or fixed lens models with large image sensors, you'll find that the ELPH 330 stacks up well when comparing it to...

The Canon IXUS 255 HS is a joy to use. It's small and lightweight but has that presence of weight that gives you confidence that it's still in your possession. It's good looking enough to want to get it out at every opportunity when on nights out....

When most people already carry around a competent smartphone camera in their pocket, it might seem a little silly to shell out for a second dedicated camera. But with the 330 HS you're getting the advantage of a 10x optical zoom and acceptable...

10x optical zoom in a slim body; Familiar interface should be understood by many

At MSRP of $229.99, an older discounted model is likely a better deal; Improved WiFi still pales in comparison to smarter devices

If you’ve got a working PowerShot from the last two years, the Canon 330 HS doesn’t provide a compelling reason to upgrade.

Fast shot to shot time ; Easy menu systems ; Great HD video performance

No remote Wi-Fi ; Lacks manual controls ; Hard to open battery flap ; No in-camera panorama tool

If you're looking for a good all rounder then the Canon IXUS 255 HS is a great little camera that won't break the bank. The latest addition has earned its spot in the well known, trustworthy Canon IXUS lineup.

Consistent image quality; Built-in Wi-Fi; Easy to use.

Some noise at middling sensitivities; Wind noise on movies.

With built-in Wi-Fi and reliably high image quality, there's much to like about the latest addition to Canon's point-and-shoot IXUS lineup. There was some noise at middling sensitivities, but otherwise the 255 HS performed well in my tests.