Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20 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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 135g - 97 x 61 x 29mm
- Launched February 2009
Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and L20 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A2500 was launched 4 years after the L20 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A2500 matches up versus the L20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Nikon Coolpix L20. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2500 Gallery and Nikon L20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Nikon L20
A2500 | L20 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | February 2009 | Newer by 49 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon L20 over the Canon A2500
L20 | A2500 |
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and Nikon L20
A2500 | L20 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon A2500 provides exterior dimensions 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 Nikon L20 has specifications of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the A2500 and the L20.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and L20 is 96 and 94 respectively.
Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through technical specs. The pic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and L20.
As you can tell, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon A2500 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent A2500 provides a benefit in sensor technology.
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon L20 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix L20 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix L20 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2009-02-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-136mm (3.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-6.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Slow, Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lbs) | 135g (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 97 x 61 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $109 | $120 |