Reasons to choose CamMaster SD 432
Released in 2004, CamMaster SD 432 has about 21 mm² of sensor area, 3.2 MP effective resolution, and a 200 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.
Side-by-side comparison
Yakumo CamMaster SD 432
vs Yakumo Mega Image XL
VS
Sensor area
21 mm²
CamMaster SD 43213 mm²
Mega Image XL- Area ratio
- 1.59:1
- Absolute difference
- 8 mm²
- Relative difference
- 59%
The CamMaster SD 432 has the larger sensor area. More area usually means greater light-gathering potential, though real image quality still depends on sensor architecture and generation.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
CamMaster SD 432MetricMega Image XL
3.2 MPEffective pixels5.1 MP
5.33 × 4Sensor4.23 × 3.17
2.58 µmPixel pitch1.62 µm
6.66 µm²Pixel area2.63 µm²
15.01 MP/cm²Pixel density38.03 MP/cm²
6.49Crop factor8.19
—Maximum video—
200 gWeight140 g
MultiMedia, Secure DigitalStorageMultiMedia, Secure Digital
4x AABattery—
Amber marks the value that is generally preferable in this comparison context. It is not an overall camera score.
How to choose between these cameras
The CamMaster SD 432 has the larger sensor area. The Mega Image XL has the lighter body. The Mega Image XL has the higher effective resolution. The Mega Image XL is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Mega Image XL
Released in 2005, Mega Image XL has about 13 mm² of sensor area, 5.1 MP effective resolution, and a 140 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.