Canon A490 vs Canon A800

In this article, we are matching up the Canon A490 versus Canon A800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both created by Canon. The image resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the A800 (10MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A490 was launched 12 months before the A800 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A490 grades vs the A800 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A490 and Canon PowerShot A800. The complete galleries are available at Canon A490 Gallery and Canon A800 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A490 comes with physical dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Canon A800 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 186 grams (0.41 lbs).

See the Canon A490 versus Canon A800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the A490 versus the A800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A490 and A800 is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A490 and A800.

As you can see, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you really should factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A490 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.