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Canon PowerShot A470 7MP Digital Camera with 3.4x Optical Zoom (Gray)

Canon PowerShot A470 7MP Digital Camera with 3.4x Optical Zoom (Gray)


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Brand: Canon
Category: Photography

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New (74) Used (2) from $143.17

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 56 reviews
Sales Rank: 129

Color: Gray
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Floppy Disk Drive: None
Monitor Size: 250
Includes Software: Yes
Optical Zoom: 3
Digital Zoom: 4
Connectivity: AV
Display Size: 2.5
Maximum Focal Length: 21.6
Minimum Focal Length: 6.3
Maximum Resolution: 7
Has Red Eye Reduction: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 4.1 x 1.6 x 2.2
nv:Sensor: 7.1 Megapixel
Size: 1/2.5-inch type Charge Coupled Device (CCD)
Image Resolution: 3072 x 2304
Movie Resolution: 640 x 480
Storage Media: Multimedia Card
Storage Media: HC MMC Plus Card
Storage Media: SD/SDHC Memory Card
Storage Media: MMC Plus Card
Compressed Format: JPEG/EXIF v 2.22
Movie File Format: AVI motion JPEG
Optical Zoom: 3.4x
Digital Zoom: 4X
Combined Zoom: 14x
Focal Length: 6.3mm - 21.6mm
Focus Mode: Auto
Focusing Range: Normal: 1.5 ft./47cm-infinity
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MPN: A470
Model: A470
UPC: 013803089943
EAN: 0013803089943
ASIN: B0012YA6P2

Release Date: February 10, 2008
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

Features:
  • 7-megapixel CCD captures enough detail for photo-quality 15 x 20-inch prints
  • 3.4x optical zoom; Face Detection
  • Large, high-resolution 2.5-inch LCD
  • Motion Detection Technology automatically reduces blur
  • Captures images to SD memory cards (not included); powered by AA batteries

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Sleek and sensational, the PowerShot A470 has everything you need to make shooting fast and fun. There's the 7.1-megapixel resolution, a 3.4x optical zoom Lens, a large 2.5" LCD and a full range of performance features including enhanced Face Detection technology and a DIGIC III Image Processor to keep every image looking its best. Vertical Shooting has never been easier. Just press the Print/Share button. Motion Detection Technology automatically reduces blur by calculating subject movement and selecting ideal exposure and ISO settings Enhanced Canon Face Detection Technology automatically sets focus, exposure, flash and white balance for greater shooting freedom Lens Focal Length - 6.3-21.6mm f/3.0-5.8 (35mm film equivalent - 38-132mm) Autofocus System - TTL Autofocus Shutter Speed - 15-1/2000 seconds ISO Sensitivity - Auto, High ISO Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600 equivalent White Balance Control - Auto, Preset (Daylight, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H), and Custom Built-in Flash - Auto, Red-eye Reduction, Auto Red-eye Correction, Flash On, Flash Off, and Slow Synchro Flash Range - 12 in.-9.8 ft./30cm-3.0m (W), 12 in.-6.6 ft./30cm-2.0m (T) Shooting Modes - Auto, Camera M, Special Scene (Portrait, Foliage, Snow, Beach, Sunset, Fireworks, Aquarium, Indoor, Kids & Pets, Night Snapshot), Super Macro, and Movie Dimensions - 4.13 x 2.17 x 1.60 (104.8x55.1x40.7mm) Weight - 5.82 ounces (165 grams) camera body only


Customer Reviews:   Read 51 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars great camera in little package   September 6, 2008
Ann Cardinal (Vermont)
I could not be happier with this camera, and you certainly can't beat it for the price. The screen is surprisingly large for a small camera and the quality of the photos is fabulous. I can carry it around in my purse and have it on hand for spontaneous shots. The fact that it uses regular batteries is a blessing and a curse. At least if it runs out and your on vacation and out and about you can buy batteries anywhere instead of having to wait until you can charge it. But the downside is that they seem to get used up fairly quickly.

I'm really pleased I got this one and not a more pricey version. I have my Rebel SLR for high ed use and this for everyday.



3 out of 5 stars Canon PowerShot A470   September 2, 2008
Carmen SanDiego
1 out of 2 found this review helpful

A really great camera,for a first time user. It is easy to use although it takes a little while to get used to how to operate and select the features. Stay away from the "Format" section - this will delete all your pictures. Also, you will need to buy a new memory card, preferably a 1G, as the one that comes with the camera only holds about 15 pictures. But other than these need to know tips you will enjoy using this camera. It will be good to buy a camera case as it doesn't come with one and you will need something to protect your camera as you carry it around.


5 out of 5 stars I love this camera!   August 31, 2008
FLYingG0D (GLENDALE, AZ USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

I have to say, this camera takes INSANELY good quality pictures! For the price, and size, it really can not be beat! I am a fan of Canon Products, and this camera reassures me that I can keep trusting them when it comes to digital photography!

Simple to use, lasts days and days on the batteries, and uses SD memory cards (which my laptops have readers built in for, making it very convenient). The LCD view screen is great! Big, and beautiful! This machine gets rid of the viewfinder, which rarely ever gets used due to their inaccurate nature, and leaves out other frilly features that would only cause issues or break in the future.

I have had very good experience with my history f owning Canon cameras, and this one is as rugged as it should be. As long as you don't beat up on it, it should give you many years of reliable, quality use!



3 out of 5 stars Good. But not great   August 30, 2008
Andy Rithiphong
1 out of 2 found this review helpful

I didn't like the modes that it had that sometimes darken your pictures. It's a hassle changing these modes. And the modes that don't darken your picture, the blurry shows so you have to hold the camera very steady. There's also a choice of it not being blurry even if you're shaking it, but in that case, the camera is slower to take pics and load, and/or would have to be placed back to darken mode. You can't see full screen pics by setting the view mode to "View All" so it sucks having to see them smaller or you can do the full screen but then it sets to one-by-one.

And the worse part is the batteries. It's what you get for paying cheap for a camera. I had to buy a Duracell battery charger and even duracell can't last that long before I have to charge it again. I end up having to charge it over just for using it a few hours. So it eats up a lot of power from the batteries. In all, it's definitely not the kind of camera I'd stick with me for the rest of my life. In that long time, I might buy a new one soon.



4 out of 5 stars Great Camera!   August 29, 2008
J. L. Horne (Richmond, VA)
This camera is loaded with features. And I love that you don't have to wait forever between shots. Great camera for the price.

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