Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony H50 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon ELPH 330 HS has external dimensions of 97 x 56 x 23 mm (3.82 x 2.2 x 0.91″) and weighs 144 g (0.32 lb / 5.08 oz) (including batteries). Sony H50 has external dimensions of 116 x 81 x 86 mm (4.57 x 3.2 x 3.39″) and weighs 547 g (1.21 lb / 19.29 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 330 HS and the Sony H50. Canon ELPH 330 HS is clearly the smaller of the two cameras. Its body is 19mm narrower, 25mm shorter and 63mm thinner than Sony H50.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony H50.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony H50.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon ELPH 330 HS is significantly lighter (403g ) than the Sony H50 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot ELPH 330 HS (IXUS 255 HS) nor Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50 provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon ELPH 330 HS and Sony H50's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.