Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30
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![Canon PowerShot A2500 front Canon PowerShot A2500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A2500/Canon-A2500-front.jpg)
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 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 - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 29-87mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 102 x 65 x 40mm
- Launched February 2012
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Canon A2500 versus Nikon S30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and S30 (10MP) and the A2500 (1/2.3") and S30 (1/3") feature totally different sensor measurements.
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The A2500 was launched 13 months later than the S30 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the A2500 grades versus the S30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Nikon Coolpix S30. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2500 Gallery and Nikon S30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Nikon S30
A2500 | S30 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 13 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S30 over the Canon A2500
S30 | A2500 |
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and Nikon S30
A2500 | S30 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Canon A2500 provides 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 Nikon S30 has specifications of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2500 versus Nikon S30 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the A2500 and the S30.
![Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 size comparison Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S30-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and S30 is 96 and 90 respectively.
![Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S30-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the A2500 and S30.
As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The A2500 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Canon A2500 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger A2500 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
![Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S30-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Nikon-Coolpix-S30-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S30 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix S30 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix S30 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2012-02-01 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.8 x 3.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 17.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 29-87mm (3.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 7.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT-LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.5 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 214g (0.47 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 65 x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | AA |
Battery ID | NB-11L | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $109 | $119 |