Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500
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Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 174g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 135g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500 Overview
Lets look much closer at the Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are manufactured by Canon. The resolution of the A1300 (16MP) and the A2500 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe A1300 was announced 11 months earlier than the A2500 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief view of how the A1300 matches up vs the A2500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A1300 & Canon PowerShot A2500. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A1300 Gallery & Canon A2500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A1300 over the Canon A2500
A1300 | A2500 |
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Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Canon A1300
A2500 | A1300 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | February 2012 | Newer by 11 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Canon A1300 and Canon A2500
A1300 | A2500 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon A1300 has exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") having a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs) whilst the Canon A2500 has specifications of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Contrast the Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the A1300 versus the A2500.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A1300 and A2500 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1300 and A2500.
All in all, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged A1300 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon A1300 vs Canon A2500 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A1300 | Canon PowerShot A2500 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A1300 | Canon PowerShot A2500 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-07 | 2013-01-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (tunnel) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 174g (0.38 lbs) | 135g (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photographs | 220 photographs |
Form of battery | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | NB-11L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $119 | $109 |