Canon A490 vs Samsung DV150F

Here, we will be comparing the Canon A490 versus Samsung DV150F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the A490 (10MP) and DV150F (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A490 was introduced 4 years prior to the DV150F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A490 matches up against the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A490 and Samsung DV150F. The whole galleries are available at Canon A490 Gallery and Samsung DV150F Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Canon A490 has outer measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A490 versus Samsung DV150F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the A490 against the DV150F.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A490 and DV150F is 93 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the A490 and DV150F.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung DV150F to provide you with more detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older A490 will be behind in sensor tech.