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Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102

Portability
94
Imaging
34
Features
27
Overall
31
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS front
 
Samsung SL102 front
Portability
96
Imaging
33
Features
21
Overall
28

Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 Key Specs

Canon SD4500 IS
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • 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 referred to as Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S
Samsung SL102
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-105mm (F) lens
  • 116g - 90 x 59 x 22mm
  • Revealed January 2009
  • Also referred to as ES55
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 Overview

On this page, we will be contrasting the Canon SD4500 IS and Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and the SL102 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SD4500 IS was released 2 years after the SL102 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SD4500 IS grades versus the SL102 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Samsung SL102

 SD4500 IS SL102 
RevealedJuly 2011January 2009More modern by 31 months
Screen dimensions3"2.5"Bigger screen (+0.5")

Reasons to pick Samsung SL102 over the Canon SD4500 IS

 SL102 SD4500 IS 

Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Samsung SL102

 SD4500 IS SL102 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon SD4500 IS has got outside measurements 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 Samsung SL102 has sizing of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the SD4500 IS and the SL102.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SD4500 IS and SL102 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 top view buttons comparison

Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SD4500 IS and SL102.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same MP and you should expect comparable quality of files though you really should take the release date of the cameras into account. The younger SD4500 IS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 sensor size comparison

Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 Screen and ViewFinder

Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon SD4500 IS as a Portrait photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Portrait photography camera
20
manual focus not available
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
25
includes face detection focus
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Canon SD4500 IS Street photography details
Samsung SL102 Street photography details
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
55
lighter than competition in class (116g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon SD4500 IS
Sports photography with Samsung SL102
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow continuous shooting (4.0 frames per second)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
16
lack of shutter priority mode
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Canon SD4500 IS as a Travel photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Travel photography camera
55
built-in flash
very long zoom (360mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
62
lighter than competition in class (116 grams)
built-in flash
fast maximum aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse recording
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon SD4500 IS as a Landscape photography camera
Samsung SL102 as a Landscape photography camera
32
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
manual mode not possible
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse mode
27
fast maximum aperture (f)
focusing manually not possible
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
screen is small (2.5 inch)
no manual control
no image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD4500 IS Vlogging details
Samsung SL102 Vlogging details
28
built in image stabilization (Optical)
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
wide angle not great (36mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.4)
screen isn't selfie friendly
does not have external mic port
30
fast maximum aperture (f)
includes face detection focus
lighter than competition in class (116g)
wide angle not good (35mm)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
low video resolution (640 x 480 pixels)
lack of external microphone socket
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Samsung SL102 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon SD4500 IS and Samsung SL102
 Canon PowerShot SD4500 ISSamsung SL102
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Samsung
Model Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS Samsung SL102
Also referred to as Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S ES55
Class Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2011-07-19 2009-01-08
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Digic 4 -
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 28.1mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 10 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Cross focus points - -
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 36-360mm (10.0x) 35-105mm (3.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.4-5.6 -
Macro focus distance 3cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3 inches 2.5 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 15s 8s
Highest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/1500s
Continuous shooting rate 4.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 6.00 m -
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red Eye Fix
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB 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) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 640x480
Video file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
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 None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 190 gr (0.42 pounds) 116 gr (0.26 pounds)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") 90 x 59 x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery model NB-9L -
Self timer Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) Yes (10sec, 2sec, Double, Motion Timer)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $300 $130