Canon A495 vs Sony WX5

Below is a complete analysis of the Canon A495 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the A495 (10MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The A495 was introduced 6 months before the WX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A495 scores against the WX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A495 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A495 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A495 comes with exterior dimensions of 94mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Sony WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A495 vs Sony WX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the A495 vs the WX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A495 and WX5 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A495 and WX5.

As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony WX5 to deliver more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively.