Canon A490 vs Ricoh PX

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Canon A490 and Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the A490 (10MP) and PX (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The A490 was brought out 19 months prior to the PX which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A490 matches up vs the PX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A490 and Ricoh PX. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A490 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Canon A490 comes with outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A490 and Ricoh PX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the A490 and the PX.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A490 and PX is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specifications. The image below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A490 and PX.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Ricoh PX to give extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged A490 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.