Canon A495 vs Canon S100

Below is a in depth overview of the Canon A495 vs Canon S100, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Canon. The image resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the S100 (12MP) is relatively close but the A495 (1/2.3") and S100 (1/1.7") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The A495 was unveiled 23 months earlier than the S100 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the A495 grades against the S100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A495 and Canon PowerShot S100. The full galleries are available at Canon A495 Gallery and Canon S100 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A495 features exterior 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 Canon S100 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the A495 vs the S100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A495 and S100 is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A495 and S100.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The A495 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Canon S100 will result in more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older A495 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.