Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic SZ3
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 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
- Released July 2011
- Other Name is Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 126g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013
Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Overview
In this article, we will be looking at the Canon SD4500 IS versus Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and SZ3 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SD4500 IS was announced 17 months before the SZ3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the SD4500 IS grades vs the SZ3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Panasonic SZ3
SD4500 IS | SZ3 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ3 over the Canon SD4500 IS
SZ3 | SD4500 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | July 2011 | Newer by 17 months |
Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Panasonic SZ3
SD4500 IS | SZ3 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD4500 IS enjoys external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ3 has measurements of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Canon SD4500 IS versus Panasonic SZ3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the SD4500 IS versus the SZ3.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD4500 IS and SZ3 is 94 and 96 respectively.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The pic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4500 IS and SZ3.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic SZ3 to render more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged SD4500 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic SZ3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3 |
Also called | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 4.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 190 gr (0.42 pounds) | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 250 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-9L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $300 | $150 |