Canon A490 vs Pentax W60
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![Canon PowerShot A490 front Canon PowerShot A490 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A490/Canon-A490-front.jpg)
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Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 50 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 165g - 98 x 56 x 25mm
- Released July 2009
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Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon A490 and Pentax W60, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Pentax. The resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the W60 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The A490 was launched 7 months after the W60 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the A490 grades versus the W60 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A490 and Pentax Optio W60. The complete galleries are available at Canon A490 Gallery and Pentax W60 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A490 over the Pentax W60
A490 | W60 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Pentax W60 over the Canon A490
W60 | A490 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A490 and Pentax W60
A490 | W60 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A490 features physical 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 Pentax W60 has proportions of 98mm x 56mm x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Canon A490 and Pentax W60 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the A490 compared to the W60.
![Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 size comparison Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A490-vs-Pentax-Optio-W60-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A490 and W60 is 93 and 94 respectively.
![Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 top view buttons comparison Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A490-vs-Pentax-Optio-W60-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The picture below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A490 and W60.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of images though you should factor the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher A490 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
![Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 sensor size comparison Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A490-vs-Pentax-Optio-W60-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A490-vs-Pentax-Optio-W60-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A490 vs Pentax W60 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A490 | Pentax Optio W60 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Pentax |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A490 | Pentax Optio W60 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-05 | 2009-07-01 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 50 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 5 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Soft, Red-eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
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, 15fps, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 30/15 fps |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 175 grams (0.39 lbs) | 165 grams (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 94 x 62 x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 56 x 25mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | D-LI78 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $99 | $300 |