Canon A490 vs Canon SX220 HS
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Canon A490 vs Canon SX220 HS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 175g - 94 x 62 x 31mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-392mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- n/ag - 106 x 59 x 33mm
- Released February 2011
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Following is a in-depth analysis of the Canon A490 versus Canon SX220 HS, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the SX220 HS (12MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A490 was unveiled 13 months earlier than the SX220 HS making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A490 grades vs the SX220 HS when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A490 & Canon SX220 HS. The full galleries are available at Canon A490 Gallery & Canon SX220 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A490 over the Canon SX220 HS
| A490 | SX220 HS |
|---|
Reasons to pick Canon SX220 HS over the Canon A490
| SX220 HS | A490 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2011 |  | January 2010 | More modern by 13 months |
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
| Display resolution | 461k |  | 115k | Crisper display (+346k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A490 and Canon SX220 HS
| A490 | SX220 HS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon A490 vs Canon SX220 HS Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A490 enjoys external 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 SX220 HS has dimensions of 106mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A490 and the SX220 HS.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the A490 and SX220 HS is 93 and 96 respectively.
Canon A490 vs Canon SX220 HS Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A490 and SX220 HS.
Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon SX220 HS to offer extra detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged A490 is going to be behind in sensor technology.
Canon A490 vs Canon SX220 HS Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A490 vs Canon SX220 HS Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A490 | Canon SX220 HS | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Canon |
| Model | Canon PowerShot A490 | Canon SX220 HS |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2010-01-05 | 2011-02-07 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | - | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 5 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-392mm (14.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 115 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | PureColor II TG TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/3200s |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | - | 1/2000s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (24fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30,120 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 240 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 175g (0.39 lb) | - |
| Dimensions | 94 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 106 x 59 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 210 images |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | 2 x AA | NB-5L |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/ MMCplus/HC MMCplus |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $99 | $399 |