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Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS

Portability
94 Imaging
34 Features
27 Overall
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Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS front
 
Canon PowerShot SD960 IS front
Portability
95 Imaging
34 Features
27 Overall
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Key Specs

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
  • Revealed July 2011
  • Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
Canon SD960 IS
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
  • 145g - 98 x 54 x 22mm
  • Revealed February 2009
  • Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 110 IS
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Overview

The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are built by Canon. The resolution of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and the SD960 IS (12MP) is relatively close and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4500 IS was launched 2 years after the SD960 IS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the SD4500 IS grades vs the SD960 IS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Canon SD960 IS

		

		

			
 SD4500 IS SD960 IS 
RevealedJuly 2011February 2009Newer by 30 months
Screen sizing3"2.8"Bigger screen (+0.2")
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Canon SD4500 IS

		

		

			
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Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Canon SD960 IS

		

		

			
 SD4500 IS SD960 IS 
Focus manually  No manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen  Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen  Neither has Touch screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon SD4500 IS has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Canon SD960 IS has sizing of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the SD4500 IS versus the SD960 IS.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS size comparison
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4500 IS and SD960 IS is 94 and 95 respectively.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
In many cases, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The image here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4500 IS and SD960 IS.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Canon SD960 IS to provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher SD4500 IS provides an edge in sensor innovation.
	
			Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Canon SD4500 IS Portrait photography factors
Canon SD960 IS Portrait photography factors
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 no manual focus
 manual mode not available
 external flash not possible
 sensor resolution low (10MP)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
26
 features face detection autofocus
 no manual focus
 lack of manual exposure
 cannot use external flash
 sensor resolution low (12MP)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison
Canon SD4500 IS Street photography features
Canon SD960 IS Street photography features
56
 image stabilization (Optical)
 no moving screen
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
56
 image stabilization (Optical)
 screen does not articulate
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison
Sports photography with Canon SD4500 IS
Sports photography with Canon SD960 IS
25
 image stabilization (Optical)
 max fps very slow (4.0 fps)
 no shutter priority
 sensor resolution low (10MP)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks phase detect AF
25
 image stabilization (Optical)
 slow fps (1.0 frames/s)
 no shutter priority mode
 sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 lacks phase detect autofocus
Photography Glossary
Travel Comparison
Travel photography with Canon SD4500 IS
Travel photography with Canon SD960 IS
55
 flash built-in
 great zoom (360mm)
 does not have Time Lapse mode
 sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 wide angle not great (36mm)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
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 built-in flash
 rather wide (28mm)
 lack of Time Lapse mode
 sensor resolution low (12MP)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison
 Canon SD4500 IS as a Landscape photography camera
 Canon SD960 IS as a Landscape photography camera
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 nice screen size (3")
 image stabilization (Optical)
 no manual focus
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not great (36mm)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
 manual mode not available
 sensor resolution low (10 megapixels)
 tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW format
 does not have Time Lapse mode
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 rather wide (28mm)
 screen size is good (2.8 inch)
 image stabilization (Optical)
 no manual focus
 can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
 lack of manual exposure
 sensor resolution low (12MP)
 sensor  is small (1/2.3")
 lacks RAW support
 lack of Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison
 Canon SD4500 IS as a Vlogging camera
 Canon SD960 IS as a Vlogging camera
28
 image stabilization (Optical)
 high res video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
 wide angle not great (36mm)
 slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
 display isn't selfie friendly
 does not have mic port
30
 rather wide (28mm)
 image stabilization (Optical)
 features face detection autofocus
 somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
 lack of external mic support
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SD960 IS Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD4500 IS and Canon SD960 IS
 Canon PowerShot SD4500 ISCanon PowerShot SD960 IS
General Information
Company Canon Canon
Model type Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS Canon PowerShot SD960 IS
Otherwise known as Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S Digital IXUS 110 IS
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Revealed 2011-07-19 2009-02-18
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10MP 12MP
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 4:3 and  16:9 4:3 and  16:9
Peak resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW data    
Autofocusing
Manual focusing    
Autofocus touch    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Autofocus tracking    
Selective autofocus    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Autofocus live view    
Face detection focus    
Contract detection focus    
Phase detection focus    
Total focus points - 9
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 36-360mm (10.0x) 28-112mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.4-5.6 f/2.8-5.8
Macro focusing distance 3cm 2cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inch 2.8 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch friendly    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 15 seconds 15 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/4000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 4.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash distance 6.00 m 4.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment metering    
Average metering    
Spot metering    
Partial metering    
AF area metering    
Center weighted metering    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 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) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless Eye-Fi Connected None
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 190g (0.42 lb) 145g (0.32 lb)
Dimensions 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 NB-9L NB-4L
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face)
Time lapse recording    
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $300 -