Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 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 A3400 IS front Canon PowerShot A3400 IS front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS/Canon-A3400-IS-front.jpg)
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 126g - 94 x 56 x 21mm
- Revealed February 2012
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS Overview
On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon A2500 versus Canon A3400 IS, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are built by Canon. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the A3400 IS (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The A2500 was revealed 12 months after the A3400 IS which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A2500 matches up against the A3400 IS for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Canon PowerShot A3400 IS. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery & Canon A3400 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Canon A3400 IS
A2500 | A3400 IS | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Canon A3400 IS over the Canon A2500
A3400 IS | A2500 | |||
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Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Canon A3400 IS
A2500 | A3400 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen |
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2500 provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Canon A3400 IS has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).
See the Canon A2500 versus Canon A3400 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)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A2500 compared to the A3400 IS.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS size comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and A3400 IS is 96 and 96 respectively.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS top view buttons comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2500 and A3400 IS.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you should consider the launch date of the cameras into account. The more recent A2500 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS sensor size comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Canon-PowerShot-A3400-IS-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon A2500 vs Canon A3400 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot A3400 IS |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2012-02-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 15s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 126 gr (0.28 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 21mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | 180 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NB-11L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $109 | $230 |