Canon A2500 vs Panasonic LF1
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Canon A2500 vs Panasonic LF1 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)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Boost to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 192g - 103 x 62 x 28mm
- Introduced November 2013

Canon A2500 vs Panasonic LF1 Overview
Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon A2500 versus Panasonic LF1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the A2500 (1/2.3") and LF1 (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor sizes.

The A2500 was announced 10 months prior to the LF1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the A2500 scores vs the LF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2500 vs Panasonic LF1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Panasonic LF1
A2500 | LF1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic LF1 over the Canon A2500
LF1 | A2500 | |||
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Introduced | November 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | More recent by 10 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Panasonic LF1
A2500 | LF1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2500 vs Panasonic LF1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic LF1 has measurements of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon A2500 versus Panasonic LF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the A2500 against the LF1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and LF1 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Panasonic LF1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and LF1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The A2500 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Canon A2500 will offer extra detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older A2500 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Canon A2500 vs Panasonic LF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Panasonic LF1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2013-11-26 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | - | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.0-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 7.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lb) | 192 grams (0.42 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 103 x 62 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 211 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | 250 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $109 | $500 |