Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm XP10
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Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm XP10 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 36-180mm (F4.0-4.8) lens
- 135g - 96 x 64 x 23mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Alternate Name is FinePix XP11
- Updated by Fujifilm XP30

Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm XP10 Overview
Let's look closer at the Canon A2500 versus FujiFilm XP10, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and XP10 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2500 was introduced 3 years later than the XP10 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the A2500 grades against the XP10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm XP10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2500 and FujiFilm FinePix XP10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2500 Gallery and FujiFilm XP10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the FujiFilm XP10
A2500 | XP10 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2010 | More recent by 37 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick FujiFilm XP10 over the Canon A2500
XP10 | A2500 |
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and FujiFilm XP10
A2500 | XP10 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm XP10 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 enjoys physical measurements 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 XP10 has dimensions of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2500 versus FujiFilm XP10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A2500 and the XP10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and XP10 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm XP10 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2500 and XP10.
Clearly, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Canon A2500 to render greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent A2500 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm XP10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs FujiFilm XP10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | FujiFilm FinePix XP10 |
Also referred to as | - | FinePix XP11 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-02-02 |
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 | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 36-180mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/4.0-4.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 9cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1/4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 135 gr (0.30 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 64 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" 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 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-45A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Couple, Group) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $109 | $175 |