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Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS

Portability
92
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
29
Canon PowerShot A2100 IS front
 
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS front
Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
27
Overall
31

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS Key Specs

Canon A2100 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 36-216mm (F3.2-5.9) lens
  • 185g - 102 x 64 x 32mm
  • Revealed February 2009
Canon SD4500 IS
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 36-360mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
  • 190g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
  • Released July 2011
  • Also Known as Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
Photography Glossary

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS Overview

Its time to look more in depth at the Canon A2100 IS and Canon SD4500 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A2100 IS (12MP) and the SD4500 IS (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2100 IS was launched 3 years prior to the SD4500 IS and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the A2100 IS grades against the SD4500 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Canon A2100 IS over the Canon SD4500 IS

 A2100 IS SD4500 IS 

Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Canon A2100 IS

 SD4500 IS A2100 IS 
ReleasedJuly 2011February 2009Fresher by 29 months

Common features in the Canon A2100 IS and Canon SD4500 IS

 A2100 IS SD4500 IS 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement
Screen resolution230k230kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch screen Neither provides Touch screen

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Canon A2100 IS provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 64mm x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Canon SD4500 IS has specifications of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2100 IS and Canon SD4500 IS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A2100 IS versus the SD4500 IS.

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A2100 IS and SD4500 IS is 92 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS top view buttons comparison

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through technical specs. The visual here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2100 IS and SD4500 IS.

As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Canon A2100 IS to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older A2100 IS will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS sensor size comparison

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS Screen and ViewFinder

Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Canon A2100 IS
Portrait photography with Canon SD4500 IS
26
comes with face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
20
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison

Canon A2100 IS Street photography factors
Canon SD4500 IS Street photography factors
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Canon A2100 IS Sports photography advice
Canon SD4500 IS Sports photography advice
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (1.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
low fps (4.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon A2100 IS as a Travel photography camera
Canon SD4500 IS as a Travel photography camera
50
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse function
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
55
has built in flash
great reach (360mm)
doesn't have Timelapse recording
MP count low (10 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon A2100 IS Landscape photography factors
Canon SD4500 IS Landscape photography factors
32
screen size is good (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
lack of manual exposure
sensor resolution low (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
32
screen is a decent size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
no manual control
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon A2100 IS Vlogging information
Canon SD4500 IS Vlogging information
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detection autofocus
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.2)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external mic jack
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high video quality (1920 x 1080 pixels)
wide angle not fantastic (36mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen is not selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone socket
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Canon A2100 IS vs Canon SD4500 IS Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon A2100 IS and Canon SD4500 IS
 Canon PowerShot A2100 ISCanon PowerShot SD4500 IS
General Information
Brand Name Canon Canon
Model type Canon PowerShot A2100 IS Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS
Also referred to as - Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2009-02-18 2011-07-19
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor - Digic 4
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4000 x 3000 3648 x 2736
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-216mm (6.0x) 36-360mm (10.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.2-5.9 f/3.4-5.6
Macro focusing range 1cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 15 seconds 15 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 1.0fps 4.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.50 m 6.00 m
Flash options Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps)
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 185 gr (0.41 lbs) 190 gr (0.42 lbs)
Physical dimensions 102 x 64 x 32mm (4.0" x 2.5" x 1.3") 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID 2 x AA NB-9L
Self timer Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC
Card slots 1 1
Cost at launch $220 $300