Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS 12.1 MP Wi-Fi Enabled CMOS Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom 24mm Wide-Angle Lens and 1080p Full HD Video (Silver)

This is a great pocket camera. It is exactly the same size as my old Canon 110HS which has only 5X optical zoom. The 330 has 10X. The optical image stabilization works very well and low-light photos are quite good up to perhaps ISO 800, not bad at ISO 1600, and acceptable but not great above that. When you want a low-light photo you go to a function called 'Hand Held Night Scene.' After the picture is taken the camera spends few seconds processing it -- I imagine it is taking out the colored snow that would otherwise be present while preserving as much detail as possible. It does a good job of it, even better than my Panasonic FZ150's software. At 6400 the photo would produce an acceptable 4x6 print, but some detail in the image is lost. Considering that this camera fits in a pocket and costs a small fraction of the price of a more-sensitive DSLR, this is excellent low-light performance. Sometimes you have only enough light for a photo at ISO 3200 or 6400, and I'd rather have a well-exposed picture lacking a little detail than no picture at all. Images taken in relatively good light at, say, ISO 800 or less, are sharp and clear with excellent color. Video at 1080p is excellent, and compares well with the video from my Panasonic FZ200, a much more expensive camera. The wifi worked well with Windows 7 and works with 10 but connecting is difficult. The camera uses the old style Canon batteries, the NB4L, not the NB11L that is used in the 110HS. I don't know why they moved back -- both batteries are excellent -- but I'm glad they did. I have lots of NB4Ls and chargers for them from older Canon pocket cameras. Some batteries I use are the Lenmar and Powerextra brands (available on Amazon) and I find they work as well as the Canon originals. I bought another 330HS in June 2014, not on Amazon -- the manufacturer discontinued the camera and the price on Amazon shot up (perhaps a reflection of the regard in which it is held by owners). I got it on eBay at the original price of $200. Then in October the lens cover got slightly dented and wouldn't open or close completely. My fault. But Canon repaired it at no cost to me. It took a total time of 8 days including shipping both ways. At a later time I sent it in for a similar repair and Canon sent me a new Canon 340HS, a much inferior camera. I have since bought several more Canon 330HS cameras as gifts for my grandchildren. I would have bought current new cameras on Amazon, but Canon's pocket cameras now come mostly with the older Digic 4 or Digic 4+ processor. The Digic 5 in the Canon 330HS and the Canon 110HS, previously reserved for expensive Canon DSLR cameras, is faster and much better for low-light pictures. Also, the current Canon pocket cameras tend to have smaller maximum lens apertures. The 330HS is f3.0 and the 110HS is f2.7, compared to f3.6 on other Canon pocket models. Again, the 330HS and 110HS have the advantage in low light. So I end up buying used 330HS cameras where I can find them, mostly on eBay. If you choose to do that, check the seller's ratings.

I bought this model to replace one I had used for over 5 years. I like the size and ease of use. We got a lemon. Even when fully charged, sometimes it won't turn on stating, 'charge the battery.' We thought it could be a faulty battery. I bought a new battery and still have the problem. This camera is worthless like this. I bought it to take on a tour of Europe with my family, but ended up using my iPhone as the camera. Very disappointed. Will not buy another one.

Although I am knowledgeable of all the functions of an SLR camera, sometimes I just want to use a camera that is quick and easy to use, and this one fits the bill. The auto functions on this camera are great, especially when you just want to whip out your camera and take a few quick shots. I've been taking a lot of shots for a website recently, and this camera has come in handy. It's slim, so it easily fits in a pocket, and it easy to take out and use. Almost all of the pictures come out great, even if I'm moving or shaking the camera. Even low light pictures turn out nice. For me the best part of the camera is the 10x zoom lens. This feature, for me, is one of the best parts of this camera since I often need (or want) to take pictures of something in the distance, and this lens adds a powerful functionality to the camera. I was intrigued by the Wi-Fi capability, but have not used it yet, preferring the quickness of using a card reader instead. One other note: I have to say that this camera is somewhat durable. On one of my first days using it, the wrist strap got snagged on something when I took it out, causing it to pull out of my hand and tumble to the concrete below. I cringed knowing that the lens was extended, but to my relief, the camera still works! If you're looking for a powerful camera and do not want to think about functions too much, then this could be the camera for you.

I've been using a Canon S95 for several years and really love it. My girlfriend needed a new small camera (she gave here previous Canon ELPH away to a friend in Argentina) so I decided to get her the Canon ELPH 330. It takes amazingly good photos in low light, is easy to operate. Of course, it helps to read the manual a bit since it has so many features! The 10x zoom is very handy; the S95 only had 3x zoom. And, since it uses the ubiquitous SD memory card, I already had a number which I could use in the camera. I do find the battery a bit more of a hassle to replace since you have to pull a small, orange, plastic lever aside (or use the edge of the battery) to get the battery to slide into its slot. The S95 battery is quicker and easier to replace. But that's a minor point. Oh, the video this camera shoots is excellent. The biggest problem for me is holding the camera steady during a video shoot. One idea I read about and works for me is to use the Canon 330 with a monopod. Mine collapses to only 18" and when extended, I can tuck the bottom end behind my belt for a steady platform for shooting video. Just like I used to with my Flip camcorder. Battery life is good, but not great. But one tip I'll pass on is the "real" Canon batteries last much longer than the cheapie ones you can buy for less, sometime much less. At least that's my experience. It's worth it to by an original equipment replacement battery. So, all in all, a great camera to have in your pocket ready to go. You can't take photos of interesting scenes and actions if you don't have your camera with you...with this one, you have no excuse not to take it with you all the time.

This camera is portable, light weight, has a fairly quick shot, clear shots. Takes great pictures. Also has a really neat mode where when you are taking pictures it can also take video - which is really cool for family get togethers and special events. I really love this camera. I didn't read the manual, but over time I keep finding cool features and different modes. Great all around simple to use camera.

When my old digital Canon camera no longer worked I did a lot of research on replacing it and this camera has come up trumps. Looked at lots of different brands but Canon had the best choice - and prices - in the compact range. This one fits nicely in a pocket, is easy to use, the zoom produces excellent quality shots and the back screen is big enough to see what you are taking which compensates for not having a view finder. The colour in the photos are sharp and true regardless of whatever the light is. CGC Whistler BC

I love the camera, it takes great pictures...but it comes with a CD to set up wi-fi. Since my computer doesn't have a CD drive, I can't use it... so I will try to find another way to do this. But this one should have come with alternate instructions as many computers only have USD ports now.

This replaces a similar canon camera bought 5 years ago. This new camera has a higher zoom and is much faster so pictures can be taken one right after the other. It also automatically makes a video of all the still photos taken. The picture quality is great and although I have not read the complete manual yet it looks like it will be even easier to use than the first one.

This is a great camera for the price, I'm glad I bought it. Pro's -Picture Quality: Colorful and sharp, even in low light -Video Quality: Picture and sound is very good. HD quality. -Large Display -Wide angle lens with decent zoom. -Easy controls -Weight -Charger: charges the battery in about 20min -Connectivity: USB and HDMI Con's -WiFi: Difficult to set up and not very useful. Very slow download rate, using the web services (i.e. posting pics on facebook) requires you to upload the pictures to Canons website first.