Canon A495 vs Fujifilm F660EXR

Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon A495 and Fujifilm F660EXR, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the A495 (10MP) and Fujifilm F660EXR (16MP) and the A495 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm F660EXR (1/2") boast different sensor dimensions.

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The A495 was unveiled 24 months prior to the Fujifilm F660EXR which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A495 matches up versus the Fujifilm F660EXR in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A495 and Fujifilm FinePix F660EXR. The full galleries are viewable at Canon A495 Gallery and Fujifilm F660EXR Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Canon A495 has outer dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm F660EXR has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs).

Check out the Canon A495 and Fujifilm F660EXR in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the A495 versus the Fujifilm F660EXR.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A495 and Fujifilm F660EXR is 93 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The visual here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A495 and Fujifilm F660EXR.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A495 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting bokeh tougher and the Fujifilm F660EXR will give you more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older A495 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.