Canon A490 vs Canon SX260 HS

Here, we are analyzing the Canon A490 versus Canon SX260 HS, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Canon. The resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the SX260 HS (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A490 was introduced 3 years prior to the SX260 HS and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A490 grades vs the SX260 HS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A490 and Canon PowerShot SX260 HS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A490 Gallery and Canon SX260 HS Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon A490 provides outside 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) and the Canon SX260 HS has specifications of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Check out the Canon A490 versus Canon SX260 HS in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the A490 compared to the SX260 HS.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the A490 and SX260 HS is 93 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by looking at technical specs. The visual below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A490 and SX260 HS.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX260 HS to give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older A490 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.