Basic Specifications
Full model name: Canon PowerShot A490
Resolution: 10.00 Megapixels
Sensor size: 1/2.3 inch
(6.2mm x 4.6mm)
Lens: 3.30x zoom
(37-122mm eq.)
Viewfinder: LCD
Extended ISO: 80 - 1600
Shutter: 1/2000 - 15 sec
Max Aperture: 3.0
Dimensions: 3.7 x 2.4 x 1.2 in.
(94 x 62 x 31 mm)
Weight: 6.2 oz (175 g)
MSRP: $110
Availability: 02/2010
Manufacturer: Canon
Full specs: Canon A490 specifications

Your purchases support this site

Buy the Canon A490
10.00
Megapixels
3.30x zoom 1/2.3 inch
size sensor
image of Canon PowerShot A490
Front side of Canon  A490 digital camera Front side of Canon  A490 digital camera      

The entry-level Canon PowerShot A490 is based around a ten megapixel, 1/2.3"-type CCD image sensor coupled to a 3.3x optical zoom lens that offers focal lengths ranging from a rather tight 37mm wide angle to a 122mm telephoto. Maximum aperture varies from f/3.0 to f/5.8 across the zoom range. Images on the Canon A490 must be framed and reviewed on its 2.5-inch LCD panel, as there's no true optical viewfinder on this camera. The A490's display has a resolution of 115,000 dots (~38,000 pixels, with three dots per pixel).

The Canon A490's sensor allows sensitivities ranging from ISO 80 to ISO 1,600 equivalents. Exposures are determined using Evaluative, Center-weighted Average or Spot metering, and direct control of shutter speed or aperture isn't possible on this camera. 2.0EV of exposure compensation is available, in 1/3EV increments. Seven white balance modes are available on the Canon A490 - Auto, Manual, or five presets. The PowerShot A490's built-in flash strobe has a range of just 9.8 feet at wide angle, dropping to 6.6 feet at telephoto, and recharges in around ten seconds.

As well as still images, the A490 can capture video clips at VGA resolution or below. The Canon PowerShot A490 stores images on SD / SDHC / SDXC / MMC / MMC Plus / HC MMC Plus cards, and draws power from two AA alkaline batteries. Battery life is rated at 150 shots on a charge, to CIPA testing standards. Connectivity options include USB 2.0 high-speed data and NTSC / PAL standard definition video.

As compared to its sibling the PowerShot A495, Canon's A490 lacks a couple of scene modes and a Face Self-Timer capture mode, and has 5-point Face AiAF autofocusing versus 9-point.

The Canon PowerShot A490 is available in the US market from late February 2010, priced at around $110.

Buy the Canon A490

Your purchases support this site

Buy the Canon A490
Similar to the A490 but smaller lighter larger sensor cheaper But ...
loading
No cameras match your search criteria(s)
   

$156.95 (52% more)

13.2 MP (24% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

37% larger

3x zoom (10% less)

A490 vs W100

$128.00 (41% more)

20.1 MP (50% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

61% smaller

8x zoom (59% more)

A490 vs W830

$232.95 (68% more)

16 MP (37% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

21% larger

5x zoom (34% more)

A490 vs WG-50

$166.98 (55% more)

2 MP (50% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

55% smaller

8x zoom (59% more)

A490 vs 180

$189.00 (60% more)

2 MP (50% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

38% smaller

1x zoom (67% more)

A490 vs 190 IS

$386.95 (81% more)

16 MP (37% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

17% larger

5x zoom (34% more)

A490 vs W300

$168.50 (56% more)

16.1 MP (38% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

48% smaller

4x zoom (17% more)

A490 vs TS30

$0.00

16 MP (37% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

21% larger

5x zoom (34% more)

A490 vs WG-80

$119.00 (37% more)

16.4 MP (39% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

18% larger

5x zoom (34% more)

A490 vs XP120

$109.00 (31% more)

16.4 MP (39% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

18% larger

5x zoom (34% more)

A490 vs XP130

$336.95 (78% more)

20.2 MP (50% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

31% larger

5x zoom (34% more)

A490 vs WG-6

$136.95 (45% more)

20.1 MP (50% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

58% smaller

8x zoom (59% more)

A490 vs A300

$229.00 (67% more)

16.4 MP (39% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

18% larger

5x zoom (34% more)

A490 vs XP140

$376.00 (80% more)

20.2 MP (50% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

34% smaller

12x zoom (72% more)

A490 vs 360 HS

$288.00 (74% more)

18.2 MP (45% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

30% smaller

2x zoom (83% more)

A490 vs WX350

$319.00 (76% more)

20.2 MP (50% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

15% smaller

25x zoom (87% more)

A490 vs SX620 HS

$781.30 (90% more)

20.2 MP (50% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

31% larger

5x zoom (34% more)

A490 vs G900

$472.99 (84% more)

20.1 MP (50% more)

Has viewfinder

44% larger

1x zoom (67% more)

A490 vs ZS100

$348.00 (78% more)

18.2 MP (45% more)

Also lacks viewfinder

16% larger

3x zoom (89% more)

A490 vs WX500

$368.00 (80% more)

18.2 MP (45% more)

Has viewfinder

16% larger

3x zoom (89% more)

A490 vs HX80

Suggestion for improvement? Head over here.


Editor's Picks