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Canon PowerShot A470

Canon PowerShot A470
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alaScore 87

1301 reviews

Apr, 2024

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1301 reviews of Canon PowerShot A470. The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. People really like the portability and image quality. The performance and price are also mentioned favorably, but there are some negative opinions about the image stabilizer and viewfinder. Reviews about the lens and shutter are mixed.

usability, price, performance, image quality, portability

viewfinder, stabilizer

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon PowerShot A470 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 87/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Canon PowerShot A470

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 50 user reviews of Canon PowerShot A470 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Opinions about the image quality and zoom are generally positive. The price and portability also get good comments. Many are negative about the durability and shutter.

usability, portability, price, zoom, image quality

shutter, durability

98% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Canon PowerShot A470

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 624 user reviews of Canon PowerShot A470 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Reviews about the performance and portability are overall positive. The image quality and price also get good opinions. There are some critical comments about the lens and viewfinder, and there are some mixed opinions about the reliability and durability.

usability, price, image quality, portability, performance

battery, viewfinder, lens

91% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Trusted Reviews (trustedreviews.com)

Canon PowerShot A470

 

The latest entry-level model from Canon's PowerShot range comes under the spotlight.

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by : Donald Malouf, PC World (techadvisor.co.uk)

Canon PowerShot A470 review

 

Children love taking pictures just as much as those of us who should know better, so for many people it's important to buy a camera that works for kids as well as it does for proper grown ups. The Canon PowerShot A470 fits the bill.

All in all, the Canon PowerShot A470 is a good no-frills camera at a rock-bottom price, with an easy learning curve. A three-year-old can take good pictures with the Canon PowerShot A470, so you can, too.

Apr, 2008
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Expert review by (gadgetheaven.co.uk)

Canon PowerShot A470 Digital Camera Review

 

The Canon PowerShot A470 digital camera is the perfect take-anywhere camera that can be used by the whole family. It features a host of advanced shooting options and its 7.1 megapixel sensor delivers large photographic prints. The PowerShot A470 is...

Take more than just photos: the Canon PowerShot A470 features movie modes, giving you greater flexibility when it comes to shooting options.

Jul, 2012
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Expert review by (ephotozine.com)

Canon Powershot A470

 

The Canon Powershot A470 digital camera is Canon’s entry level model. It has 7Mp and a 3.4x optical zoom lens. David Tymon from Cameras.co.uk has reviewed.

Oct, 2008
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Expert review by : Donald Malouf, (techworld.com)

Canon PowerShot A470 review

 

The Canon PowerShot A470 is a good no-frills digital camera at a rock-bottom price.

All in all, the Canon PowerShot A470 is a good no-frills camera at a rock-bottom price, with an easy learning curve. A three-year-old can take good pictures with the Canon PowerShot A470, so you can, too.

Apr, 2008
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Expert review by (cameras.co.uk)

Canon Powershot A470

 

The Canon Powershot A470 is one of the very best entry level digital cameras you can buy. It has 7 megapixels and a 3.4x optical zoom lens. It is available in a choice of colours and its picture quality is outstanding.

Overall picture quality - sharpness of photos - value for money

Shutter lag with flash

When you take the price into account this is an excellent camera. When it comes to picture quality it outperforms many more expensive cameras. Well worth adding to your shortlist.

Apr, 2008
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Expert review by : Andrew Kliem (goodgearguide.com.au)

Canon PowerShot A470

 

It's amazing how good even the most entry-level digital cameras can be these days. Occupying the lowest price point on Canon's latest line-up of compa...

Low price, sharp pictures, speedy operation, good colour

Chromatic aberration issues, noise perhaps a touch high, boxy design

If you're on a budget you'll be hard pressed to find a better camera for your dollar. It doesn't take the best pictures on earth and it leaves a little to be desired in terms of style, but the Canon PowerShot A470 certainly is good value for money.

Feb, 2008
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Expert review by : Simon Joinson (dpreview.com)

Budget Camera Group Test (Q4 2008)

 

In the first of our five group tests of compact digital cameras, we're looking at what are best termed 'budget' models. We've not gone for the absolute cheapest of the cheap (you can, after all buy a digital camera/ webcam thingy for as little as $20)...

Throughout this test it has become obvious that when shooting in good light there's little to choose between most of the cameras in the group in terms of picture quality; all can take a perfectly good picture that will make a decent print. Though there...

Nov, 2008
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Expert review by (pcworld.com)

Canon PowerShot A470 Point-and-Shoot Digital Camera

 

This bargain-priced, no-frills camera offers very good image quality.

Quality images for a rock-bottom price ; Fast shutter speed

No image stabilization ; Too thick to put in your pocket

All in all, the A470 is a good no-frills camera at a rock-bottom price, with an easy learning curve. If a three-year-old can take good pictures with the Canon PowerShot A470, you can, too

Apr, 2008
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Expert review by : Donald Malouf (pcworld.com)

Canon PowerShot A470

 

My three-year-old son thinks he's Ansel Adams, so we need a camera that works for him as well as for me. The Canon PowerShot A470 fits the bill.

Quality images for a rock-bottom price ; Fast shutter speed

No image stabilization ; Too thick to put in your pocket

For just $130, the PowerShot A470 is a good option for your kids or as a no-frills point-and-shoot.

Apr, 2008
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