Canon PowerShot A480 Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot A480 is a 10MP 1/2.3 inch compact camera — with 480p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Canon PowerShot A480 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Canon PowerShot A480
Key Features — Canon PowerShot A480
10MP 1/2.3-Inch Sensor: Captures stills at up to 3648x2736 pixels, suitable for everyday snapshots and standard print sizes.
DIGIC III Processor: Canon's image processor handles noise reduction and image rendering for consistent everyday results.
Face Detection AF: Automatically identifies faces in the frame and prioritizes focus on them, useful for casual portraits and group shots.
AA Battery Power: Runs on two standard AA batteries, yielding approximately 400 shots on NiMH rechargeables and eliminating the need for a proprietary charger.
2.5-Inch Fixed LCD: Primary display for composing and reviewing images, replacing a traditional optical viewfinder on this compact body.
140g Compact Body: Weighs 140g and measures 92 x 62 x 31 mm, making it genuinely pocketable for everyday carry.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot A480
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.3 inch |
| Resolution | 10MP |
| Processor | DIGIC III |
| ISO Range | 80 – 1600 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | 5 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 3648x2736 |
| Burst Rate | 0.8 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
Description — Canon PowerShot A480
The Canon PowerShot A480 is a compact point-and-shoot camera built for straightforward everyday photography. At its core is a 10MP sensor with a 1/2.3-inch type and a DIGIC III image processor, delivering a maximum still resolution of 3648x2736 pixels. The ISO range spans 80 to 1600, and the autofocus system combines contrast detection with face detection AF across 5 focus points.
Framing is handled through a 2.5-inch fixed LCD at 115,000 dots resolution — there is no optical viewfinder. The built-in flash supports Auto, On, Off, and Red-Eye reduction modes. Video recording tops out at 480p at 30fps with a standard color profile.
The camera stores files on SD and SDHC cards and connects to computers via USB. Power comes from two AA batteries, rated at approximately 170 shots (alkaline) or 400 shots (NiMH). The plastic body measures 92 x 62 x 31 mm and weighs 140g, with no weather sealing and no image stabilization of any type.
Pros — Canon PowerShot A480
- ✓10MP sensor with DIGIC III processor delivers 3648x2736 maximum resolution for a capable still image output
- ✓Runs on standard AA batteries, with an estimated 400 shots on NiMH rechargeables providing accessible power options
- ✓Compact plastic body weighs just 140g and measures 92 x 62 x 31 mm for easy everyday carry
Cons — Canon PowerShot A480
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital — as confirmed by specifications
- ✗Video is limited to 480p at 30fps, which is well below modern standards even for casual use
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity, requiring USB transfer for moving files to other devices