Canon A490 vs Samsung SL30

Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon A490 vs Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A490 was unveiled 11 months after the SL30 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the A490 matches up vs the SL30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A490 and Samsung SL30. The full galleries are provided at Canon A490 Gallery and Samsung SL30 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A490 features outside dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Samsung SL30 has measurements of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Look at the Canon A490 vs Samsung SL30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A490 compared to the SL30.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A490 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specs. The picture underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the A490 and SL30.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP and you should expect similar quality of photographs although you will need to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more recent A490 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.