Canon A490 vs Sony S930

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Canon A490 versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A490 (10MP) and the S930 (10MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A490 was manufactured 13 months later than the S930 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the A490 matches up vs the S930 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A490 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A490 Gallery & Sony S930 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A490 has got external 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) and the Sony S930 has dimensions of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the A490 versus the S930.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A490 and S930 is 93 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking a spec sheet. The photograph below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A490 and S930.

Clearly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of images however you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The newer A490 provides a benefit in sensor technology.