Canon A490 vs Ricoh CX4

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Canon A490 and Ricoh CX4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A490 was introduced 7 months prior to the CX4 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A490 scores versus the CX4 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A490 and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A490 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A490 enjoys 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) and the Ricoh CX4 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Canon A490 and Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the A490 and the CX4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A490 and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A490 and CX4.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged A490 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.