Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS
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![Canon PowerShot A2500 front Canon PowerShot A2500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A2500/Canon-A2500-front.jpg)
![Canon PowerShot A3000 IS front Canon PowerShot A3000 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS/Canon-A3000-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 135g - 98 x 56 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F2.7-5.6) lens
- 165g - 97 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon A2500 versus Canon A3000 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both sold by Canon. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and A3000 IS (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
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The A2500 was manufactured 3 years after the A3000 IS which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the A2500 matches up against the A3000 IS with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Canon PowerShot A3000 IS. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery & Canon A3000 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Canon A3000 IS
A2500 | A3000 IS | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 38 months |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Canon A3000 IS over the Canon A2500
A3000 IS | A2500 |
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and Canon A3000 IS
A2500 | A3000 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon A2500 features exterior measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Canon A3000 IS has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2500 versus Canon A3000 IS in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A2500 vs the A3000 IS.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS size comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and A3000 IS is 96 and 94 respectively.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS top view buttons comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A2500 and A3000 IS.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can expect the Canon A2500 to produce extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer A2500 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS sensor size comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3000-IS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3000 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot A3000 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot A3000 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-01-05 |
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.7-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lb) | 165g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 58 x 28mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NB-8L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HD MMCplus |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $109 | $240 |