Canon A2500 vs Nikon S8200
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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S8200 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Released August 2011

Canon A2500 vs Nikon S8200 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Canon A2500 versus Nikon S8200, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Nikon. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the S8200 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2500 was brought out 18 months after the S8200 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the A2500 grades versus the S8200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon S8200 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Nikon Coolpix S8200. The entire galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery & Nikon S8200 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Nikon S8200
A2500 | S8200 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Canon A2500
S8200 | A2500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 961k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+731k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Nikon S8200
A2500 | S8200 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2500 vs Nikon S8200 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2500 has got outside 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 S8200 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2500 versus Nikon S8200 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2500 versus the S8200.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and S8200 is 96 and 91 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon S8200 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the A2500 and S8200.
Clearly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos however you will need to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern A2500 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A2500 vs Nikon S8200 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Nikon S8200 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Nikon Coolpix S8200 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2011-08-24 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Expeed C2 |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
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 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-350mm (14.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 961k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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) | 213 gr (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
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 pictures | 250 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | EN-EL12 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $109 | $329 |