Canon SD4500 IS vs Pentax WG-3
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Pentax WG-3 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
- Alternate Name is Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Announced July 2013
Canon SD4500 IS vs Pentax WG-3 Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon SD4500 IS and Pentax WG-3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Pentax. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and WG-3 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SD4500 IS scores against the WG-3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Pentax WG-3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS and Pentax WG-3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery and Pentax WG-3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Pentax WG-3
SD4500 IS | WG-3 |
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Reasons to pick Pentax WG-3 over the Canon SD4500 IS
WG-3 | SD4500 IS | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | July 2011 | More recent by 24 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Pentax WG-3
SD4500 IS | WG-3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Canon SD4500 IS vs Pentax WG-3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon SD4500 IS comes with outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Pentax WG-3 has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
Examine the Canon SD4500 IS and Pentax WG-3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the SD4500 IS against the WG-3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the SD4500 IS and WG-3 is 94 and 90 respectively.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Pentax WG-3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4500 IS and WG-3.
All in all, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax WG-3 to resolve greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older SD4500 IS is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Pentax WG-3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Pentax WG-3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Pentax WG-3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Pentax WG-3 |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2013-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | Widescreen TFT color LCD with anti-reflective coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 3.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190 grams (0.42 lb) | 230 grams (0.51 lb) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
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 | - | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-9L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $300 |