Canon A480 vs Fujifilm XP120
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Canon A480 vs Fujifilm XP120 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
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-4.9) lens
- 203g - 110 x 71 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2017
- Updated by Fujifilm XP130
Canon A480 vs Fujifilm XP120 Overview
Following is a comprehensive overview of the Canon A480 and Fujifilm XP120, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the A480 (10MP) and Fujifilm XP120 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe A480 was revealed 9 years before the Fujifilm XP120 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the A480 grades versus the Fujifilm XP120 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A480 vs Fujifilm XP120 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A480 and Fujifilm FinePix XP120. The full galleries are available at Canon A480 Gallery and Fujifilm XP120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the Fujifilm XP120
A480 | Fujifilm XP120 |
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Reasons to pick Fujifilm XP120 over the Canon A480
Fujifilm XP120 | A480 | |||
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Revealed | January 2017 | January 2009 | More modern by 97 months | |
Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 115k | Clearer display (+805k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A480 and Fujifilm XP120
A480 | Fujifilm XP120 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Canon A480 vs Fujifilm XP120 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A480 has got outside measurements of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Fujifilm XP120 has dimensions of 110mm x 71mm x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 203 grams (0.45 lbs).
See the Canon A480 and Fujifilm XP120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the A480 compared to the Fujifilm XP120.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A480 and Fujifilm XP120 is 94 and 91 respectively.
Canon A480 vs Fujifilm XP120 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A480 and Fujifilm XP120.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Fujifilm XP120 to provide extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged A480 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Canon A480 vs Fujifilm XP120 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A480 vs Fujifilm XP120 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A480 | Fujifilm FinePix XP120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A480 | Fujifilm FinePix XP120 |
Class | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2017-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.9-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 9cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.40 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1280 x 720 @ 60p / Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | - | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 203g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 62 x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 110 x 71 x 28mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.1") |
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 life | - | 210 pictures |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, group shot) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $210 | $229 |