Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS
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![Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS front Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon-PowerShot-SD4500-IS.jpg)
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS 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
- Additionally Known as 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
- 235g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2014
- Newer Model is Ricoh WG-5 GPS
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and WG-4 GPS (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The SD4500 IS was manufactured 3 years before the WG-4 GPS which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SD4500 IS grades against the WG-4 GPS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS & Ricoh WG-4 GPS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 GPS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Ricoh WG-4 GPS
SD4500 IS | WG-4 GPS |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 GPS over the Canon SD4500 IS
WG-4 GPS | SD4500 IS | |||
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Introduced | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 31 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Ricoh WG-4 GPS
SD4500 IS | WG-4 GPS | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon SD4500 IS has exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 GPS has measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the SD4500 IS and the WG-4 GPS.
![Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS size comparison Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4500-IS-vs-Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the SD4500 IS and WG-4 GPS is 94 and 90 respectively.
![Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS top view buttons comparison Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4500-IS-vs-Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specs. The picture here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD4500 IS and WG-4 GPS.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 GPS to provide greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged SD4500 IS will be behind in sensor innovation.
![Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS sensor size comparison Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4500-IS-vs-Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-SD4500-IS-vs-Ricoh-WG-4-GPS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh WG-4 GPS Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Ricoh WG-4 GPS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Ricoh WG-4 GPS |
Also referred to as | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
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) |
Largest 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 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 190g (0.42 lbs) | 235g (0.52 lbs) |
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 Overall 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 |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-9L | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $300 | $210 |