Canon PowerShot A480 (2009)

A compact digital camera released by Canon in 2009, part of the PowerShot A-series lineup.

Overview

The Canon PowerShot A480 is a compact digital camera introduced in 2009 as part of Canon's PowerShot A-series. It was announced on January 15, 2009, and officially released on February 17, 2009. Designed as an affordable, user-friendly point-and-shoot model, it features a 10-megapixel CCD sensor and a 3.3x optical zoom lens. The camera runs on two AA batteries and uses SD cards for storage, making it accessible and easy to maintain. It was succeeded by the Canon PowerShot A490 in 2010.

Specifications

Effective pixels	10 megapixels
Sensor size	1/2.3-inch
Sensor type	CCD
Maximum image resolution	3648 x 2736 pixels
Optical zoom	3.3x
LCD display	2.5-inch
ISO sensitivity	Auto, 80, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600
Maximum shutter speed	1/2000 seconds
Video resolution	640 x 480 (480p)
Dimensions	92 x 62 x 31 mm
Weight	140 g (without batteries)
Power	Two AA batteries
Image processor	Digic III
Operating system	DryOS

Context

The PowerShot A480 was positioned as a simple, budget-friendly digital camera for casual photographers. It replaced earlier A-series models and was itself replaced by the PowerShot A490 in 2010.

Market

The camera appears in a 2010 government purchase record at $199.90, though original MSRP values conflict across sources and are omitted due to lack of corroboration. Repair guides are available through iFixit, indicating ongoing support for maintenance. Users have acquired units via trade, and current resale listings show functional models available.