Canon A2500 vs Olympus SZ-10
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Canon A2500 vs Olympus SZ-10 Key Specs
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- 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
- Launched January 2013
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-504mm (F3.1-4.4) lens
- 215g - 106 x 67 x 38mm
- Launched February 2011
Canon A2500 vs Olympus SZ-10 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon A2500 versus Olympus SZ-10, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the SZ-10 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe A2500 was released 2 years after the SZ-10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the A2500 scores against the SZ-10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon A2500 vs Olympus SZ-10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Olympus SZ-10. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery & Olympus SZ-10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Olympus SZ-10
A2500 | SZ-10 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | February 2011 | More modern by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-10 over the Canon A2500
SZ-10 | A2500 | |||
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Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Olympus SZ-10
A2500 | SZ-10 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Missing Touch screen |
Canon A2500 vs Olympus SZ-10 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Olympus SZ-10 has dimensions of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2500 versus Olympus SZ-10 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the A2500 against the SZ-10.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and SZ-10 is 96 and 90 respectively.
Canon A2500 vs Olympus SZ-10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specifications. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2500 and SZ-10.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Canon A2500 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The newer A2500 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon A2500 vs Olympus SZ-10 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Olympus SZ-10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Olympus SZ-10 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2011-02-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-504mm (18.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-4.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.10 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lb) | 215 grams (0.47 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 106 x 67 x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
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 shots | 220 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $109 | $300 |