Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 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
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 110g - 91 x 59 x 21mm
- Launched February 2009

Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The resolution of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z30 (10MP) is very close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SD4500 IS was announced 2 years later than the Fujifilm Z30 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the SD4500 IS grades against the Fujifilm Z30 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS & Fujifilm FinePix Z30. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery & Fujifilm Z30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Fujifilm Z30
SD4500 IS | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 30 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z30 over the Canon SD4500 IS
Fujifilm Z30 | SD4500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Fujifilm Z30
SD4500 IS | Fujifilm Z30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD4500 IS features external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm Z30 has sizing of 91mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SD4500 IS vs the Fujifilm Z30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD4500 IS and Fujifilm Z30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specs. The photograph here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the SD4500 IS and Fujifilm Z30.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of photos but you have to factor the age of the cameras into account. The more recent SD4500 IS provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z30 |
Alternative name | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
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 | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 8cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 3 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow sync, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 pounds) | 110g (0.24 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 91 x 59 x 21mm (3.6" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | NP-45 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $150 |