| A470 |
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| Product |
Digital Camera |
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| Format |
Compact |
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| Manufacturer |
Canon |
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| Series |
PowerShot A |
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| Megapixels |
7.1 MP |
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| Zoom wide |
38 mm |
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| Optical zoom |
132 mm (3.5 x) |
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, up to 4x |
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| Image stabilization |
No |
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| ISO rating |
1600 |
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| LCD |
2.5 inches |
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| Viewfinder |
None |
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| Storage types |
SD, MMC, SDHC card |
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| Battery |
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended) |
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| Release date |
January 24, 2008 |
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Summary
- Fully automatic 7.1 Megapixel digital camera with 3.4x Optical Zoom for fun, easy shooting.
- Sleek, modern design in 4 bold colors - Gray, Blue, Red and Orange.
- Large, high-resolution 2.5-inch LCD makes on-camera viewing easy; uses "available anywhere" AA batteries.
- Enhanced Canon Face Detection Technology automatically sets focus, exposure, flash and white balance for greater shooting freedom.
- DIGIC III Image Processor for sharper images and improved functionality.
- Motion Detection Technology automatically reduces blur by calculating subject movement and selecting ideal exposure and ISO settings.
- Vertical Shooting is fast and easy with one touch of the Print/Share button.
- Print/Share Button for easy direct printing and downloading, plus ID Photo Print and Movie Print with select PIXMA Photo Printers and SELPHY Compact Photo Printers.
Press Release
Express Yourself Differently.
Sleek and sensational, the PowerShot A470 comes in four eye-catching colors that will get you noticed. Plus, it's got everything you need to make shooting fast and fun. There's the 7.1-megapixel resolution, a 3.4x optical zoom Lens, a large 2.5-inch LCD and a full range of performance features including enhanced Face Detection technology and a DIGIC III Image Processor to keep every image looking its best. Vertical shooting has never been easier - just press the Print/Share button. It's that simple!
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Specifications
Physical
| Environmentally sealed |
No
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| Battery model |
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| Battery type |
AA (2) batteries (NiMH recommended)
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| Battery life (CIPA) |
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| Weight (inc. batteries) |
215 g (7.6 oz)
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| Dimensions |
105 x 55 x 41 mm (4.1 x 2.2 x 1.6 in)
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Sensor
| Max Resolution |
3072 x 2304
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| Resolutions |
3072 x 1728, 2592 x 1944, 2048 x 1536, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
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| Image ratio (w:h) |
4:3, 16:9
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| Effective pixels |
7.1 million
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| Sensor photo detectors |
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| Sensor size |
1/2.5 " (5.75 x 4.31 mm, 0.24 cm²)
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| Sensor type |
CCD
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| Processor |
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Image
| ISO |
Auto, Hi Auto (incorporating Motion Detection Technology), 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
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| White balance presets |
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| Custom white balance |
5 positions plus manual
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| Image stabilization |
No
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| Uncompressed format |
No
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| Quality Levels |
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Optics / Focus
| Focal length (equiv.) |
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| Zoom wide (W) |
38 mm
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| Optical zoom |
132 mm (3.5 x)
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| Auto focus |
TTL autofocus AiAF (9-point with face detection)
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| Digital zoom |
Yes, up to 4x
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| Manual Focus |
No
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| Normal focus range |
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| Macro focus range |
1 cm
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| Focus points |
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| Lens mount |
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Screen / Viewfinder
| Articulated screen |
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| Screen size |
2.5 "
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| Screen dots |
115,000
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| Touchscreen |
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| Live View |
No
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| Viewfinder type |
None
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Photography Features
| Maximum aperture |
F3.0 - F5.8
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| Minimum shutter |
15 sec
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| Maximum shutter |
1/2000 sec
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| Aperture priority |
No
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| Shutter priority |
No
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| Manual exposure mode |
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| Subject / scene modes |
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| Built-in flash |
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| Flash range |
3 m
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| External flash |
No
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| Flash modes |
Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
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| Continuous Drive |
Yes, 1.9 fps, unlimited
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| Self-timer |
Yes, 2 or 10 sec, custom
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| Metering modes |
Evaluative, center weighted, Spot
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| Exposure compensation |
-2 to +2 EV in 1/3 EV Steps
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| WB bracketing |
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Formats / Storage
| Video formats |
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| Movie audio |
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| Audio channels |
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| Clips |
Yes, 640 x 480, 20 fps, 320 x 240, 30 fps, 160 x 120, 15 fps
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| HD Modes |
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| FPS |
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| Storage types |
SD/MMC/SDHC card
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| Internal storage |
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| Image formats |
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Connectivity
| USB |
USB 2.0 (480Mbit/sec)
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| HDMI |
No
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| Wireless |
No
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| Remote control |
No
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Other
| Orientation sensor |
Yes
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| Timelapse recording |
No
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| GPS |
No
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| Tripod mount |
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| Pixel density |
29 MP/cm²
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| Lens thread |
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| Power-on Time |
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| Shutter Lag, Full Autofocus |
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| Shutter Lag, Prefocused |
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| Shot to Shot time |
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| Additional features |
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Files and Documentation
External Links
