Canon A490 vs Nikon P7800

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon A490 versus Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the P7800 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the A490 (1/2.3") and P7800 (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The A490 was launched 4 years prior to the P7800 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the A490 grades vs the P7800 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A490 and Nikon Coolpix P7800. The complete galleries are available at Canon A490 Gallery and Nikon P7800 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor 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) while the Nikon P7800 has measurements of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") having a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

Compare the Canon A490 versus Nikon P7800 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the A490 compared to the P7800.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A490 and P7800 is 93 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A490 and P7800.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A490 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Nikon P7800 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older A490 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.