Canon A2500 vs Nikon L28
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39 Features
29 Overall
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93 Imaging
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon L28 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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013

Canon A2500 vs Nikon L28 Overview
Lets look closer at the Canon A2500 versus Nikon L28, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. The sensor resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the L28 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2500 was launched very close to the L28 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2500 scores vs the L28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon L28 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Nikon Coolpix L28. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery and Nikon L28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Nikon L28
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Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Canon A2500
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and Nikon L28
A2500 | L28 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon A2500 vs Nikon L28 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A2500 has got external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon L28 has proportions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2500 versus Nikon L28 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the A2500 and the L28.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and L28 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon L28 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2500 and L28.
Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon L28 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon L28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Nikon L28 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix L28 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix L28 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-29 |
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 | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
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) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
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 | 280 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery model | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $109 | $90 |