Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic S3

Below is a extended review of the Canon SD4500 IS and Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and S3 (14MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD4500 IS was launched 7 months later than the S3 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the SD4500 IS scores vs the S3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD4500 IS provides outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon SD4500 IS and Panasonic S3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the SD4500 IS and the S3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD4500 IS and S3 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4500 IS and S3.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic S3 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer SD4500 IS will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.