Still Image: approx. 150 shots (AA-size Alkaline Battery), approx. 400 shots (AA-size Ni-MH Battery) * * LCD screen on. The above figures comply with CIPA testing standards and apply when fully-charged batteries are used.
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The PowerShot A470 boasts a 7.1-megapixel image sensor for brilliant photos that stay sharp even when you crop or enlarge, and an impressive set of features so it's easy to make the best of every photo op! You can also use the A470 to shoot AVI movies when you want to capture life in action.
The Face and Motion detection features automatically adjust exposure, white balance, flash, and focus, giving you true skin tones and sharp photos no matter where and who you're shooting. You can even select one face in a crowd as your point of focus, so you always get just the shot you want. With 3.4X optical zoom, you'll be able to get into the action, even from the sidelines!
When you get home, you can print your photos directly from the camera or download them at the touch of a button. The PowerShot A470 camera gives you sharp pictures with brilliant color, even if you're new to digital photography.
The PowerShot A470 boasts a 7.1-megapixel image sensor for brilliant photos that stay sharp even when you crop or enlarge, and an impressive set of features so it's easy to make the best of every photo op! You can also use the A470 to shoot AVI movies when you want to capture life in action.
The Face and Motion detection features automatically adjust exposure, white balance, flash, and focus, giving you true skin tones and sharp photos no matter where and who you're shooting. You can even select one face in a crowd as your point of focus, so you always get just the shot you want. With 3.4X optical zoom, you'll be able to get into the action, even from the sidelines!
When you get home, you can print your photos directly from the camera or download them at the touch of a button. The PowerShot A470 camera gives you sharp pictures with brilliant color, even if you're new to digital photography.
7.1 Megapixel EffectiveThe Canon PowerShot A470 features an amazing 7.1 megapixel effective CCD for great looking pictures and impressive prints.
3.4X Optical ZoomThe Canon PowerShot A470’s 3.4X optical zoom lens brings far-away objects up close for exceptionally sharp, clear images. A total of 13.6X zoom is available with the camera’s 4X digital zoom capability.
DIGIC III Image ProcessorCanon’s DIGIC III Image Processor helps deliver superior-quality images at great speed and contributes to the camera’s significantly extended battery life. DIGIC III enables Canon's enhanced Face Detection Technology, Motion Detection Technology and Red-eye Correction to give you better, more true-to-life people shots.
Stunning 2.5-inch LCDThe Canon PowerShot A470 features a stunning 2.5-inch LCD for exceptional picture brightness and clarity whether setting up your shot or playing it back and also boasts Night Display for easy viewing in low light.
ISO 1600The Canon PowerShot A470 features ISO 1600 and High ISO Auto Shift to negate the effects of camera shake and to sharpen subjects in low-light situations for greater shooting flexibility.
PictBridge SupportThe PictBridge technology makes photograph printing easier than ever. Simply connect your Canon PowerShot A470 to any PictBridge-compatible printer, select your image and print settings and press the Print/Share button to start printing.
Learn more about the Canon PowerShot A470
Model
Brand
Canon
Series
PowerShot A Series
Model
PowerShot A470
Details
Color
Gray
Type
Compact
Image Sensor
Image Sensor
1/2.5" CCD
Gross Pixels
Approx. 7.4 MP
Effective Pixels
7.1 MP
Resolution
3,072 x 2,304
Lens
Optical Zoom
3.4X
Digital Zoom
4X
Focal Length
6.3 - 21.6mm (35mm film equivalent: 38 - 132mm)
Aperture
f/3.0 - 5.8
Shutter
Shutter Speed
15 - 1/2000 sec. (Long Shutter operates with noise reduction when manually set at 1.3 - 15 sec.)
Self-timer
Activates shutter after an approx. 2-sec./10-sec. delay, Custom