Canon A490 vs FujiFilm T200
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Canon A490 vs FujiFilm T200 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Bump to 3200)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-280mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 151g - 97 x 57 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2011
- Also referred to as FinePix T205

Canon A490 vs FujiFilm T200 Overview
Here, we are analyzing the Canon A490 versus FujiFilm T200, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the A490 (10MP) and T200 (14MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A490 was brought out 12 months earlier than the T200 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the A490 grades versus the T200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A490 vs FujiFilm T200 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A490 and FujiFilm FinePix T200. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A490 Gallery and FujiFilm T200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A490 over the FujiFilm T200
A490 | T200 |
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm T200 over the Canon A490
T200 | A490 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Display size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A490 and FujiFilm T200
A490 | T200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon A490 vs FujiFilm T200 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A490 enjoys outside dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the FujiFilm T200 has proportions of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A490 versus FujiFilm T200 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A490 versus the T200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the A490 and T200 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Canon A490 vs FujiFilm T200 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A490 and T200.
Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the FujiFilm T200 to give you extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged A490 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A490 vs FujiFilm T200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A490 vs FujiFilm T200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A490 | FujiFilm FinePix T200 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot A490 | FujiFilm FinePix T200 |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix T205 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
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 | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-280mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.4-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT color LCD monitor |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 2.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) | 151 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 57 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | - | 180 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD / SDHC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $99 | $160 |