Canon A2500 vs Canon SD960 IS
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Canon A2500 vs Canon SD960 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F2.8-5.8) lens
- 145g - 98 x 54 x 22mm
- Launched February 2009
- Additionally referred to as Digital IXUS 110 IS

Canon A2500 vs Canon SD960 IS Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Canon A2500 and Canon SD960 IS, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are offered by Canon. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and SD960 IS (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2500 was introduced 4 years after the SD960 IS which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the A2500 grades versus the SD960 IS in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2500 vs Canon SD960 IS Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Canon PowerShot SD960 IS. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery and Canon SD960 IS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Canon SD960 IS
A2500 | SD960 IS | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 49 months |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.8" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Canon SD960 IS over the Canon A2500
SD960 IS | A2500 |
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and Canon SD960 IS
A2500 | SD960 IS | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Canon A2500 vs Canon SD960 IS Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 comes with external dimensions 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 SD960 IS has dimensions of 98mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") and a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).
Examine the Canon A2500 and Canon SD960 IS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the A2500 against the SD960 IS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and SD960 IS is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Canon SD960 IS Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specifications. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and SD960 IS.
To sum up, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Canon A2500 to offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher A2500 provides an advantage in sensor technology.

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Canon A2500 vs Canon SD960 IS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot SD960 IS |
Also referred to as | - | Digital IXUS 110 IS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2009-02-18 |
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
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) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 2cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.8" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 145g (0.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 54 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 pictures | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NB-4L |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10, Custom, Face) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus/HD /MMCplus |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $109 | - |