Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610
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Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.9) lens
- 190g - 96 x 65 x 26mm
- Announced January 2011

Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by competitors Canon and Olympus. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the TG-610 (14MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A2500 was revealed 2 years after the TG-610 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the A2500 scores vs the TG-610 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Olympus TG-610. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery and Olympus TG-610 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Olympus TG-610
A2500 | TG-610 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 26 months |
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-610 over the Canon A2500
TG-610 | A2500 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Olympus TG-610
A2500 | TG-610 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Olympus TG-610 has measurements of 96mm x 65mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2500 against the TG-610.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and TG-610 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and TG-610.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon A2500 to give greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern A2500 should have a benefit in sensor technology.

Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Canon A2500 vs Olympus TG-610 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Olympus TG-610 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Olympus TG-610 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic III+ |
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 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.9-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Hypercrystal III Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 4s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.20 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 180 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 190g (0.42 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 65 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 1.0") |
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 photographs | 210 photographs |
Battery format | 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 feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $109 | $223 |