Canon PowerShot S45 Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot S45 is a 4MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — with null video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Canon PowerShot S45
Key Features — Canon PowerShot S45
4MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: Delivers a maximum resolution of 2272x1704 pixels, sufficient for standard prints and web use from this early-2000s compact.
Metal Body Construction: Solid metal shell keeps the camera durable while weighing just 260g and fitting comfortably in a pocket at 112 x 58 x 42 mm.
Optical Real-Image Zoom Viewfinder: Provides an alternative to the LCD for composing shots, useful in bright sunlight or for conserving battery life.
Seven Color Profiles: Includes Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Sepia, B&W, and Custom for flexible in-camera image rendering without post-processing.
ISO 50–400 Range: A base sensitivity of ISO 50 keeps images clean in bright conditions, while ISO 400 extends usability into lower-light environments.
9-Point Contrast Detection AF: Covers a reasonable area of the frame for a compact of this era, helping lock focus on subjects across varied compositions.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot S45
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 4MP |
| ISO Range | 50 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2272x1704 |
| Burst Rate | 2.5 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | null |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
Description — Canon PowerShot S45
The Canon PowerShot S45 is a metal-bodied compact point-and-shoot camera featuring a 1/1.8-inch sensor with 4MP resolution, producing images at up to 2272x1704 pixels. Its 9-point contrast detection autofocus system and 2.5fps burst mode add responsiveness for everyday shooting scenarios. The camera ships with a built-in flash and an optical real-image zoom viewfinder, alongside a 1.8-inch TFT LCD at 118,000 dots for composition and playback.
Sensitivity runs from ISO 50 to ISO 400, and seven color profiles — Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Low Sharpening, Sepia, B&W, and Custom — allow in-camera image customization. Storage relies on CompactFlash media, with USB connectivity for offloading files. The body measures 112 x 58 x 42 mm and weighs 260g, with no weather sealing.
The Canon NB-2L battery is rated for approximately 220 shots per charge (CIPA, LCD on). Video capture is available at 15fps in 8-bit color depth.
Pros — Canon PowerShot S45
- ✓Metal body construction at just 260g and 112 x 58 x 42 mm keeps the camera compact and durable
- ✓Seven color profile options — including Sepia, B&W, and Custom — provide versatile in-camera image processing
- ✓9-point contrast detection AF system offers reasonable subject coverage for a compact camera
Cons — Canon PowerShot S45
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital — per bodyDesign and imageStabilization specs
- ✗4MP sensor resolution at 2272x1704 is limited by modern standards, restricting large print output
- ✗ISO tops out at 400, leaving little headroom for low-light shooting without flash
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