Canon A480 vs Nikon S70
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![Canon PowerShot A480 front Canon PowerShot A480 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A480/Canon-A480-front.jpg)
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Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 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
- Released January 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 160g - 97 x 61 x 20mm
- Introduced August 2009
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Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 Overview
Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon A480 vs Nikon S70, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A480 (10MP) and the S70 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A480 was introduced 6 months prior to the S70 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short view of how the A480 matches up vs the S70 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A480 & Nikon Coolpix S70. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A480 Gallery & Nikon S70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A480 over the Nikon S70
A480 | S70 |
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Reasons to pick Nikon S70 over the Canon A480
S70 | A480 | |||
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Display size | 3.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+1") |
Display resolution | 288k | ![]() | 115k | Sharper display (+173k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A480 and Nikon S70
A480 | S70 | |||
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Introduced | January 2009 | ![]() | August 2009 | Similar age |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A480 enjoys external measurements of 92mm x 62mm x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Nikon S70 has measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the A480 compared to the S70.
![Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 size comparison Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S70-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A480 and S70 is 94 and 95 respectively.
![Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 top view buttons comparison Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S70-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A480 and S70.
As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon S70 to offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively.
![Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 sensor size comparison Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S70-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A480-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S70-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A480 vs Nikon S70 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A480 | Nikon Coolpix S70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A480 | Nikon Coolpix S70 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-01-15 | 2009-08-04 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Expeed |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 5 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 37-122mm (3.3x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.0-5.8 | f/3.9-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.5" | 3.5" |
Screen resolution | 115 thousand dots | 288 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/500s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 160g (0.35 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 62 x 31mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 97 x 61 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $210 | $290 |