Canon SD4500 IS vs Nikon A1000

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon SD4500 IS versus Nikon A1000, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and A1000 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD4500 IS was released 8 years earlier than the A1000 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summary of how the SD4500 IS matches up vs the A1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS and Nikon Coolpix A1000. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery and Nikon A1000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4500 IS features exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Nikon A1000 has proportions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SD4500 IS versus Nikon A1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the SD4500 IS and the A1000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD4500 IS and A1000 is 94 and 86 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4500 IS and A1000.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Nikon A1000 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged SD4500 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.