Canon A490 vs Fujifilm Real 3D W1

Below is a detailed overview of the Canon A490 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 (10MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A490 was brought out 6 months later than the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the A490 matches up versus the Fujifilm Real 3D W1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A490 and Fujifilm FinePix Real 3D W1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A490 Gallery and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A490 offers 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 Fujifilm Real 3D W1 has proportions of 124mm x 68mm x 26mm (4.9" x 2.7" x 1.0") along with a weight of 260 grams (0.57 lbs).

Check out the Canon A490 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the A490 compared to the Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A490 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The visual below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A490 and Fujifilm Real 3D W1.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images however you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account.