Canon A495 vs Olympus 6000

Let's look a bit more closely at the Canon A495 vs Olympus 6000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the 6000 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A495 was announced 7 months later than the 6000 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A495 grades versus the 6000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A495 & Olympus Stylus Tough 6000. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A495 Gallery & Olympus 6000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A495 enjoys exterior dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Olympus 6000 has dimensions of 95mm x 63mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A495 compared to the 6000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A495 and 6000 is 93 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A495 and 6000.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs but you should always take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent A495 will have a benefit in sensor technology.