Canon 1D MIV vs Canon A2500

On this page, we are comparing the Canon 1D MIV and Canon A2500, one is a Pro DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the 1D MIV (16MP) and the A2500 (16MP) is fairly well matched but the 1D MIV (APS-H) and A2500 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1D MIV was launched 3 years prior to the A2500 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Canon 1D MIV being a Large SLR camera and the Canon A2500 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 1D MIV scores against the A2500 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1D Mark IV and Canon PowerShot A2500. The complete galleries are available at Canon 1D MIV Gallery and Canon A2500 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you need to factor its weight and size. The Canon 1D MIV has got physical dimensions of 156mm x 157mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") with a weight of 1230 grams (2.71 lbs) while the Canon A2500 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).

Examine the Canon 1D MIV and Canon A2500 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the 1D MIV vs the A2500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 1D MIV and A2500 is 51 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1D MIV and A2500.

As you can see, both cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor sizes. The 1D MIV contains the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The more aged 1D MIV is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.