Canon A2500 vs Nikon S33

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon A2500 and Nikon S33, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and S33 (13MP) and the A2500 (1/2.3") and S33 (1/3.1") posses different sensor sizing.

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The A2500 was introduced 24 months prior to the S33 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the A2500 matches up against the S33 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Nikon Coolpix S33. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery and Nikon S33 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon A2500 has external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Nikon S33 has proportions of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs).

Look at the Canon A2500 and Nikon S33 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the A2500 versus the S33.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and S33 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and S33.

As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The A2500 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon A2500 will result in greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged A2500 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.