Canon A2500 vs Olympus SH-3

Following is a detailed analysis of the Canon A2500 vs Olympus SH-3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the SH-3 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2500 was released 4 years earlier than the SH-3 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the A2500 grades against the SH-3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Olympus Stylus SH-3. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2500 Gallery and Olympus SH-3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Olympus SH-3 has dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the A2500 versus the SH-3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and SH-3 is 96 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and SH-3.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged A2500 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.