Canon SD4500 IS vs Panasonic TS2

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon SD4500 IS versus Panasonic TS2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and TS2 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SD4500 IS was revealed 18 months later than the TS2 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the SD4500 IS matches up against the TS2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS & Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The full galleries are available at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery & Panasonic TS2 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon SD4500 IS comes with 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) while the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the SD4500 IS versus the TS2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SD4500 IS and TS2 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4500 IS and TS2.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic TS2 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer SD4500 IS provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.