Canon SD4500 IS vs Nikon AW110

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SD4500 IS versus Nikon AW110, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and AW110 (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4500 IS was introduced 23 months earlier than the AW110 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SD4500 IS scores against the AW110 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS & Nikon Coolpix AW110. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery & Nikon AW110 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon SD4500 IS comes with outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Nikon AW110 has proportions of 110mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.0") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Canon SD4500 IS versus Nikon AW110 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the SD4500 IS versus the AW110.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4500 IS and AW110 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The graphic below may give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4500 IS and AW110.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon AW110 to give extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older SD4500 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.