Canon PowerShot A70 Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon PowerShot A70 is a 3MP 1/2.5 inch compact camera — with null video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Canon PowerShot A70 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Canon PowerShot A70
Key Features — Canon PowerShot A70
3MP CCD Sensor: Captures images at up to 2048x1536 pixels, sufficient for standard prints and everyday photo sharing.
5-Point Contrast AF: Contrast-detection autofocus with 5 selectable focus points makes subject acquisition straightforward in typical shooting conditions.
ISO 50–400 Range: A base ISO of 50 allows for clean shots in bright light, with ISO 400 available for dimmer environments.
AA Battery Powered: Runs on 4 x AA NiMH or Alkaline batteries, rated for approximately 250 shots — easy to source replacements anywhere.
Optical + LCD Composition: Offers both a tunnel optical viewfinder and a 1.5-inch TFT LCD display, giving users two options for framing shots.
Multi-Mode Built-In Flash: Supports Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction, and Manual flash modes for practical control over fill light in varied situations.
Camera Specifications — Canon PowerShot A70
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/2.5 inch |
| Resolution | 3MP |
| Processor | Unknown (no dedicated DIGIC processor in A70) |
| ISO Range | 50 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 5 |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2048x1536 |
| Burst Rate | 2.2 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | null |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
Description — Canon PowerShot A70
The Canon PowerShot A70 is a point-and-shoot compact camera with a 3MP sensor producing images at up to 2048x1536 pixels in the sRGB color profile. Its 5-point contrast-detection autofocus system keeps focusing simple and accessible. For monitoring shots, the camera offers both an optical tunnel viewfinder and a 1.5-inch TFT LCD with 78,000 dots of resolution.
The built-in flash covers five modes — Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, and Manual — providing meaningful control without an external unit. The A70 supports burst shooting at 2.2 fps and stores images to CompactFlash cards, with USB connectivity for transferring files to a computer. The body is made from plastic with metal accents, weighing 215g and measuring 101 x 64 x 31.5 mm.
Power is supplied by 4 x AA batteries (NiMH or Alkaline), rated at approximately 250 shots per charge on NiMH. The ISO range runs from 50 to 400. There is no image stabilization and no weather sealing.
Pros — Canon PowerShot A70
- ✓Flexible AA battery compatibility — accepts both NiMH and Alkaline cells, rated for approximately 250 shots per charge
- ✓5-point contrast-detection autofocus system provides reliable subject acquisition for a point-and-shoot
- ✓Built-in flash with five modes (Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Manual) offers meaningful control over flash behavior
Cons — Canon PowerShot A70
- ✗3MP sensor with a maximum resolution of 2048x1536 is very limited by modern standards
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity; USB is the only data transfer option
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Canon PowerShot A70 (from 2003) still works — C.Y. NINE.945