Canon A2500 vs Nikon S33
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S33 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Introduced February 2015
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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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
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Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Nikon S33
| A2500 | S33 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Canon A2500
| S33 | A2500 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2015 |  | January 2013 | Newer by 24 months |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Nikon S33
| A2500 | S33 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | No manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Absent Touch friendly display |
Canon A2500 vs Nikon S33 Physical Comparison
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).
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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.
Canon A2500 vs Nikon S33 Sensor Comparison
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.
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S33 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix S33 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Canon | Nikon |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix S33 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2015-02-10 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/3.1" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 4.7 x 3.5mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 16.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 13 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Max resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4160 x 3120 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 30-90mm (3.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 7.7 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 4.7fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| 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 | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 135 gr (0.30 lb) | 221 gr (0.49 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" 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 shots | 220 shots |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | NB-11L | EN-EL19 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $109 | $150 |
