Canon A490 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

Here, we will be analyzing the Canon A490 vs Ricoh GR Digital III, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is relatively well matched but the A490 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor size.

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The A490 was launched 6 months later than the GR Digital III which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the A490 matches up vs the GR Digital III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A490 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The complete galleries are available at Canon A490 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A490 enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh GR Digital III has measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") along with a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the A490 vs the GR Digital III.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A490 and GR Digital III is 93 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A490 and GR Digital III.

All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The A490 offers the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh harder.