Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS
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Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 79 x 60 x 29mm
- Announced January 2013
(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
- Launched July 2011
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S

Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS Overview
Here is a thorough overview of the Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the SD4500 IS (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The N was introduced 18 months later than the SD4500 IS which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the N scores vs the SD4500 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot N & Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon N Gallery & Canon SD4500 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon N over the Canon SD4500 IS
N | SD4500 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 461k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+231k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Canon N
SD4500 IS | N | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Common features in the Canon N and Canon SD4500 IS
N | SD4500 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing |
Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon N has outside dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Canon SD4500 IS has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Analyze the Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the N vs the SD4500 IS.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the N and SD4500 IS is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through specs. The graphic below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the N and SD4500 IS.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon N to give greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher N is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon N vs Canon SD4500 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot N | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot N | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS |
Also called as | - | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Digic 4 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 2248 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-224mm (8.0x) | 36-360mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.4-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.8" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | PureColor II G touch | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 6.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 ( 240 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 195 grams (0.43 lbs) | 190 grams (0.42 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 79 x 60 x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-9L | NB-9L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $299 | $300 |