Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 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 A3200 IS front Canon PowerShot A3200 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS/Canon-A3200-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F) lens
- 149g - 95 x 57 x 24mm
- Released January 2011
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS Overview
The following is a extended overview of the Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both produced by Canon. The image resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the A3200 IS (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The A2500 was unveiled 2 years after the A3200 IS which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the A2500 grades versus the A3200 IS in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Canon PowerShot A3200 IS. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery & Canon A3200 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Canon A3200 IS
A2500 | A3200 IS | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 26 months |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Canon A3200 IS over the Canon A2500
A3200 IS | A2500 |
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and Canon A3200 IS
A2500 | A3200 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 has got exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Canon A3200 IS has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the A2500 compared to the A3200 IS.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS size comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and A3200 IS is 96 and 95 respectively.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS top view buttons comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2500 and A3200 IS.
As you have seen, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon A2500 to deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer A2500 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS sensor size comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3200-IS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3200 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3200-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 A3200 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot A3200 IS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | DIGIC 4 with iSAPS technology |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 15 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Smart |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | 149 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NB-8L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/MMC/MMCplus/HCMMCplus |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $109 | $230 |