Canon A495 vs Olympus XZ-1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon A495 and Olympus XZ-1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the XZ-1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the A495 (1/2.3") and XZ-1 (1/1.63") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The A495 was manufactured 12 months prior to the XZ-1 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the A495 matches up versus the XZ-1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A495 and Olympus XZ-1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A495 Gallery and Olympus XZ-1 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon A495 has got outside 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) and the Olympus XZ-1 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 275 grams (0.61 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A495 and Olympus XZ-1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the A495 and the XZ-1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A495 and XZ-1 is 93 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The graphic here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A495 and XZ-1.

All in all, both the cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count but not the same sensor measurements. The A495 features the tinier sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The older A495 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.