Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 36-360mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 190g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced July 2011
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Released July 2010

Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and FX700 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SD4500 IS was manufactured 13 months after the FX700 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the SD4500 IS grades against the FX700 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The entire galleries are available at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Panasonic FX700
SD4500 IS | FX700 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | ![]() | July 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Canon SD4500 IS
FX700 | SD4500 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Panasonic FX700
SD4500 IS | FX700 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon SD4500 IS has physical measurements 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 Panasonic FX700 has sizing of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).
Check out the Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the SD4500 IS compared to the FX700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4500 IS and FX700 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4500 IS and FX700.
As you can see, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FX700 to show greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent SD4500 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic FX700 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 |
Otherwise known as | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.2-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 7.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 lbs) | 176g (0.39 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $399 |