Canon A490 vs Canon G9 X II

In this write-up, we are comparing the Canon A490 vs Canon G9 X II, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Canon. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the A490 (10MP) and G9 X II (20MP) and the A490 (1/2.3") and G9 X II (1") come with totally different sensor size.

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The A490 was brought out 8 years earlier than the G9 X II and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the A490 grades against the G9 X II for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A490 & Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A490 Gallery & Canon G9 X II Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A490 has exterior measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Canon G9 X II has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A490 versus the G9 X II.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A490 and G9 X II is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the A490 and G9 X II.

To sum up, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The A490 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Canon G9 X II will give greater detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older A490 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.