Canon A2500 vs Fujifilm X-A3

In this article, we will be reviewing the Canon A2500 versus Fujifilm X-A3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and FujiFilm. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and Fujifilm X-A3 (24MP) and the A2500 (1/2.3") and Fujifilm X-A3 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The A2500 was announced 4 years before the Fujifilm X-A3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon A2500 being a Compact camera and the Fujifilm X-A3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the A2500 grades against the Fujifilm X-A3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Fujifilm X-A3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery & Fujifilm X-A3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon A2500 has outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-A3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 339 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the A2500 versus the Fujifilm X-A3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and Fujifilm X-A3 is 96 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specifications. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the A2500 and Fujifilm X-A3.

Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A2500 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Fujifilm X-A3 will provide you with more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older A2500 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.