Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 175g - 98 x 58 x 27mm
- Launched February 2011

Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100 Overview
The following is a extensive overview of the Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the S6100 (16MP) is pretty similar and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The A2500 was brought out 24 months after the S6100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the A2500 scores versus the S6100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Nikon Coolpix S6100. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon A2500 Gallery & Nikon S6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Nikon S6100
A2500 | S6100 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2011 | Newer by 24 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S6100 over the Canon A2500
S6100 | A2500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Nikon S6100
A2500 | S6100 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 offers outer 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) while the Nikon S6100 has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the A2500 against the S6100.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and S6100 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the A2500 and S6100.
As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of files however you really should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger A2500 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S6100 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix S6100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-02-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-196mm (7.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.7-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT touchscreen LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 4 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 135 gr (0.30 lbs) | 175 gr (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 58 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 photos | 210 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $109 | $195 |