Canon A2500 vs Canon SX700 HS
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Canon A2500 vs Canon SX700 HS 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-750mm (F3.2-6.9) lens
- 269g - 113 x 66 x 35mm
- Announced February 2014
- Replacement is Canon SX710 HS

Canon A2500 vs Canon SX700 HS Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Canon A2500 versus Canon SX700 HS, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Canon. The sensor resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the SX700 HS (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2500 was released 12 months before the SX700 HS and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the A2500 grades against the SX700 HS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2500 vs Canon SX700 HS Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Canon PowerShot SX700 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery and Canon SX700 HS Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Canon SX700 HS
A2500 | SX700 HS |
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Reasons to pick Canon SX700 HS over the Canon A2500
SX700 HS | A2500 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Newer by 12 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Canon SX700 HS
A2500 | SX700 HS | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon A2500 vs Canon SX700 HS Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 enjoys outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Canon SX700 HS has measurements of 113mm x 66mm x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2500 versus Canon SX700 HS in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the A2500 against the SX700 HS.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and SX700 HS is 96 and 89 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Canon SX700 HS Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the A2500 and SX700 HS.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photos though you should take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged A2500 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon A2500 vs Canon SX700 HS Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Canon SX700 HS Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Canon PowerShot SX700 HS |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2014-02-12 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Digic 6 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-750mm (30.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.2-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | PureColor II G TFT |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, on, slow synchro, off |
Hot shoe | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
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 | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 269g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 113 x 66 x 35mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
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 images | 250 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NB-6LH |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $109 | $349 |