Canon A490 vs Pentax RZ10

Here, we are evaluating the Canon A490 and Pentax RZ10, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Pentax. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the A490 (10MP) and RZ10 (14MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A490 was launched 18 months before the RZ10 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A490 matches up against the RZ10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A490 and Pentax Optio RZ10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A490 Gallery and Pentax RZ10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A490 provides physical dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Pentax RZ10 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Canon A490 and Pentax RZ10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the A490 compared to the RZ10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A490 and RZ10 is 93 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A490 and RZ10.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Pentax RZ10 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The older A490 will be behind in sensor tech.