Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SX230 HS
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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
- Also referred to as Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 223g - 106 x 62 x 33mm
- Announced July 2011
- Succeeded the Canon SX210 IS
- Renewed by Canon SX240 HS
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Canon SD4500 IS versus Canon SX230 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Canon. The resolution of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and the SX230 HS (12MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe SD4500 IS was released very close to the SX230 HS so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD4500 IS matches up against the SX230 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS and Canon PowerShot SX230 HS. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery and Canon SX230 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Canon SX230 HS
SD4500 IS | SX230 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX230 HS over the Canon SD4500 IS
SX230 HS | SD4500 IS | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Canon SX230 HS
SD4500 IS | SX230 HS | |||
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Announced | July 2011 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SD4500 IS enjoys outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Canon SX230 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD4500 IS versus Canon SX230 HS in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the SD4500 IS vs the SX230 HS.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD4500 IS and SX230 HS is 94 and 91 respectively.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4500 IS and SX230 HS.
All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon SX230 HS to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Canon SX230 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Canon PowerShot SX230 HS |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 28-392mm (14.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 461k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | PureColor II TG TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 lbs) | 223 gr (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 106 x 62 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 210 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | NB-5L |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $300 | $399 |