Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS / IXUS 255 HS

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 12 expert reviews

Excellent:

1
Good:

8
Average:

2
Bad:

1

Pros:

Compact, svelte design.
WiFi connectivity with smartphones.
Speedy performance.

Cons:

Lengthy shooting mode menu.
Complicated Wifi operation.

TechSpot is supported by its audience. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more.

Last revision on February 23, 2015

Reviewers Liked

Compact, svelte design
WiFi connectivity with smartphones
Speedy performance
Good image quality
Sharp lens
10x zoom range
Excellent high ISO performance
Short shutter lag
Includes external battery charger

Reviewers Didn't Like

Lengthy shooting mode menu
Complicated Wifi operation
WiFi can be a nuisance to set up
Video is decent, but not as strong as other Canon cams
Convoluted menu navigation
Small aperture lens
Lacks full manual controls
1080p video limited to 24fps

Expert reviews and ratings

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 all-around...

By reviewed.com on September 30, 2013

The IXUS 255 HS / ELPH 330 HS is positioned in the middle in the IXUS / ELPH range and provides a good balance between features and performance on the one hand and price on the other. It outclasses the 16.1 Megapixel CCD sensor-based entry-level IXUS...

By Camera Labs on August 01, 2013

For a camera that has built-in Wi-Fi and 10x optical zoom, the Canon IXUS 255 HS represents good value for money. It's image and video recording quality is also excellent, whether shooting close-up macros or subjects in the distance. You're best...

By ePHOTOzine on May 09, 2013

The Canon IXUS 255 HS (also known as the Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS) is a stylish digital compact camera that, from the outside, appears to break the rules, sporting a comparably meagre 12.1 megapixel CMOS sensor with a DIGIC 5 processor and a 10x...

By PhotographyBLOG on April 19, 2013

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...

By Digital Trends on April 19, 2013

One of the best cameras you can buy for less than $200, the svelte, 10x-zoom Canon PowerShot Elph 330 HS takes beautiful pictures and lets you send them instantaneously with integrated...

By PC Mag on April 16, 2013

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...

By CNET UK on March 26, 2013

Succeeding the popular ELPH 320 HS, Canon's new PowerShot ELPH 330 HS touts double the optical zoom range, improved ISO sensitivity to capture better low-light shots, a new Hybrid AUTO mode and upgraded WiFi connectivity and features. Comparison shoppers...

By The Imaging Resource on January 31, 2014

By Kyle Schurman Canon's family of PowerShot ELPH digital cameras all share a similar look and body design. ELPH models have a nice clean look and they're all pretty thin, giving them a lot of appeal among beginner-level digital photographers.However,...

By Steves Digicams on July 16, 2013

The latest addition to Canon's expanding range of Wi-Fi-enabled cameras, the Canon IXUS 255 HS sits in the middle of the IXUS range, competing against compact cameras such as the Panasonic SZ9 and the Nikon Coolpix S6500.Available in silver, black or hot...

By TechRadar AU on May 30, 2013

Load More Reviews…