Canon A495 vs Canon N

Here, we are matching up the Canon A495 and Canon N, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are produced by Canon. The resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the N (12MP) is fairly close and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A495 was introduced 4 years earlier than the N which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the A495 grades against the N for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A495 & Canon PowerShot N. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A495 Gallery & Canon N Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A495 enjoys external measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Canon N has dimensions of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A495 compared to the N.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A495 and N is 93 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through technical specs. The picture here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A495 and N.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Canon N to render greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged A495 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.