Canon A490 vs Olympus FE-45

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon A490 vs Olympus FE-45, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the FE-45 (10MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A490 was brought out 13 months later than the FE-45 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the A490 matches up against the FE-45 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A490 & Olympus FE-45. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A490 Gallery & Olympus FE-45 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon A490 offers outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Olympus FE-45 has specifications of 94mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the A490 vs the FE-45.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A490 and FE-45 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A490 and FE-45.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should factor the age of the products into consideration. The more recent A490 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.