Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z37
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 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
- Launched July 2011
- Additionally Known as Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.7-4.2) lens
- 125g - 90 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced July 2009

Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon SD4500 IS versus Fujifilm Z37, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and the Fujifilm Z37 (10MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD4500 IS was launched 2 years after the Fujifilm Z37 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SD4500 IS scores vs the Fujifilm Z37 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS & Fujifilm FinePix Z37. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery & Fujifilm Z37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Fujifilm Z37
SD4500 IS | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm Z37 over the Canon SD4500 IS
Fujifilm Z37 | SD4500 IS |
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Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Fujifilm Z37
SD4500 IS | Fujifilm Z37 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch screen |
Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon SD4500 IS enjoys external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Fujifilm Z37 has measurements of 90mm x 58mm x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SD4500 IS versus Fujifilm Z37 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SD4500 IS against the Fujifilm Z37.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the SD4500 IS and Fujifilm Z37 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SD4500 IS and Fujifilm Z37.
As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you should really take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent SD4500 IS is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD4500 IS vs Fujifilm Z37 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Fujifilm FinePix Z37 |
Also called | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2009-07-22 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
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 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.7-4.2 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 8cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 3 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
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, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 lbs) | 125g (0.28 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 90 x 58 x 24mm (3.5" x 2.3" 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 | NP-45A |
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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $300 | $130 |