Canon A490 vs Ricoh CX1

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon A490 versus Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the CX1 (9MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A490 was manufactured 11 months later than the CX1 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A490 grades vs the CX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A490 & Ricoh CX1. The entire galleries are available at Canon A490 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A490 provides outside 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) and the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A490 vs the CX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A490 and CX1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A490 and CX1.

As you have seen, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon A490 to produce greater detail due to its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent A490 provides an advantage in sensor tech.