Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Z70
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Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Z70 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 37-122mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 140g - 92 x 62 x 31mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 124g - 91 x 57 x 20mm
- Announced February 2010
- Additionally Known as FinePix Z71

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Z70 Overview
In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon A480 and FujiFilm Z70, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the A480 (10MP) and the Z70 (12MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A480 was announced 12 months prior to the Z70 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A480 grades versus the Z70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Z70 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A480 and FujiFilm FinePix Z70. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A480 Gallery and FujiFilm Z70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the FujiFilm Z70
A480 | Z70 |
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Reasons to pick FujiFilm Z70 over the Canon A480
Z70 | A480 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 115k | Crisper screen (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A480 and FujiFilm Z70
A480 | Z70 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Z70 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A480 has got physical dimensions of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the FujiFilm Z70 has proportions of 91mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
Check out the Canon A480 and FujiFilm Z70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the A480 versus the Z70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A480 and Z70 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Z70 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A480 and Z70.
All in all, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the FujiFilm Z70 to provide extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older A480 will be behind in sensor innovation.

Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Z70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A480 vs FujiFilm Z70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A480 | FujiFilm FinePix Z70 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A480 | FujiFilm FinePix Z70 |
Otherwise known as | - | FinePix Z71 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2009-01-15 | 2010-02-02 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 1/4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 124g (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 62 x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 91 x 57 x 20mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $210 | $130 |