Reasons to choose Mega Image 45
Released in 2003, Mega Image 45 has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 4 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 Mega Image 45
vs Yakumo Mega Image IV
VS
Sensor area
38 mm²
Mega Image 4538 mm²
Mega Image IV- Area ratio
- 1:1
- Absolute difference
- 0 mm²
- Relative difference
- 0%
The Mega Image 45 and Mega Image IV have the same sensor area. Compare pixel density, sensor architecture, and release generation to understand likely image-quality differences.
These cameras were released 1 years apart. Consider sensor generation when comparing pixel metrics.
Key specification differences
Mega Image 45MetricMega Image IV
4 MPEffective pixels2 MP
7.11 × 5.33Sensor7.11 × 5.33
3.08 µmPixel pitch4.35 µm
9.47 µm²Pixel area18.95 µm²
10.56 MP/cm²Pixel density5.28 MP/cm²
4.87Crop factor4.87
—Maximum video—
200 gWeight120 g
Secure DigitalStorageSecure Digital
2x AABattery2x AA
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 Mega Image 45 and Mega Image IV have the same sensor area. The Mega Image IV has the lighter body. The Mega Image 45 has the higher effective resolution. The Mega Image 45 is the newer release. Also consider the lens system and subjects you shoot.
Reasons to choose Mega Image IV
Released in 2002, Mega Image IV has about 38 mm² of sensor area, 2 MP effective resolution, and a 120 g body. Use these values to narrow the field, not as an overall image-quality score.