Canon A495 vs Nikon L26

Below, we will be matching up the Canon A495 versus Nikon L26, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the A495 (10MP) and L26 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A495 was manufactured 3 years prior to the L26 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A495 scores vs the L26 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A495 & Nikon Coolpix L26. The entire galleries are available at Canon A495 Gallery & Nikon L26 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A495 has got external measurements of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Nikon L26 has dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the A495 compared to the L26.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A495 and L26 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the A495 and L26.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon L26 to show more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged A495 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.