Canon SD4500 IS vs Sony HX20V
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Sony HX20V 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 254g - 107 x 62 x 35mm
- Released July 2012
- Previous Model is Sony HX10V
- Successor is Sony HX30V
Canon SD4500 IS vs Sony HX20V Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Canon SD4500 IS and Sony HX20V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe SD4500 IS was introduced 12 months prior to the HX20V and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SD4500 IS matches up versus the HX20V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Sony HX20V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are available at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD4500 IS over the Sony HX20V
SD4500 IS | HX20V |
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Reasons to pick Sony HX20V over the Canon SD4500 IS
HX20V | SD4500 IS | |||
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Released | July 2012 | July 2011 | Newer by 12 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 922k | 230k | Sharper display (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD4500 IS and Sony HX20V
SD4500 IS | HX20V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon SD4500 IS vs Sony HX20V Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon SD4500 IS features exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).
Compare the Canon SD4500 IS and Sony HX20V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SD4500 IS compared to the HX20V.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SD4500 IS and HX20V is 94 and 90 respectively.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Sony HX20V Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The image here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the SD4500 IS and HX20V.
Plainly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to provide greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged SD4500 IS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon SD4500 IS vs Sony HX20V Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SD4500 IS vs Sony HX20V Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V |
Alternate name | Digital IXUS 1000 HS / IXY 50S | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-07-19 | 2012-07-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 4 | BIONZ |
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 | 10 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 36-360mm (10.0x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 190 gr (0.42 lb) | 254 gr (0.56 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 107 x 62 x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | - | 320 shots |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-9L | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/MMCplus HC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $300 | $397 |