Canon A480 vs Nikon S220
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Canon A480 vs Nikon S220 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
- Introduced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 2000
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-105mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 100g - 90 x 56 x 18mm
- Released February 2009
Canon A480 vs Nikon S220 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Canon A480 vs Nikon S220, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the A480 (10MP) and the S220 (10MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe A480 was brought out at a similar time to the S220 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the A480 grades vs the S220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon A480 vs Nikon S220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A480 & Nikon Coolpix S220. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A480 Gallery & Nikon S220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the Nikon S220
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Reasons to pick Nikon S220 over the Canon A480
S220 | A480 | |||
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Display resolution | 230k | 115k | Crisper display (+115k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A480 and Nikon S220
A480 | S220 | |||
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Released | January 2009 | February 2009 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | No manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.5" | 2.5" | Same display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Canon A480 vs Nikon S220 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon A480 features outer dimensions of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Nikon S220 has sizing of 90mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).
Look at the Canon A480 vs Nikon S220 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A480 against the S220.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the A480 and S220 is 94 and 97 respectively.
Canon A480 vs Nikon S220 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the A480 and S220.
Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs however you might want to factor the age of the products into consideration.
Canon A480 vs Nikon S220 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon A480 vs Nikon S220 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A480 | Nikon Coolpix S220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A480 | Nikon Coolpix S220 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2009-01-15 | 2009-02-03 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 2000 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 35-105mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5 inch | 2.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, Red-Eye reduction, Off, On, Slow sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/500 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 140 gr (0.31 pounds) | 100 gr (0.22 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 62 x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 90 x 56 x 18mm (3.5" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | EN-EL10 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (3 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $210 | $56 |