Canon A2500 vs Nikon P7800

Here is a extended review of the Canon A2500 versus Nikon P7800, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and P7800 (12MP) and the A2500 (1/2.3") and P7800 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The A2500 was announced 10 months earlier than the P7800 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the A2500 scores vs the P7800 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Nikon Coolpix P7800. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2500 Gallery and Nikon P7800 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 features outside measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Nikon P7800 has dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") and a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2500 versus Nikon P7800 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2500 vs the P7800.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and P7800 is 96 and 82 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2500 and P7800.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The A2500 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Canon A2500 will result in more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older A2500 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.