Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300
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Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300 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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Increase to 3200)
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.6-6.2) lens
- 130g - 94 x 56 x 24mm
- Announced January 2011
- Alternate Name is FinePix JX305

Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and FujiFilm. The sensor resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the JX300 (14MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The A2500 was revealed 2 years later than the JX300 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the A2500 grades against the JX300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2500 and FujiFilm FinePix JX300. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery and FujiFilm JX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the FujiFilm JX300
A2500 | JX300 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 26 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm JX300 over the Canon A2500
JX300 | A2500 |
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and FujiFilm JX300
A2500 | JX300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch display |
Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon A2500 features outer dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the FujiFilm JX300 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2500 compared to the JX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and JX300 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by going through specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and JX300.
To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A2500 to show extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher A2500 provides an advantage in sensor tech.

Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm JX300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | FujiFilm FinePix JX300 |
Other name | - | FinePix JX305 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.6-6.2 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1800s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lbs) | 130g (0.29 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photos | 180 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $109 | $110 |