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.
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