Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ3

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Canon A2500 and Panasonic SZ3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the SZ3 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The A2500 was launched at a similar time to the SZ3 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the A2500 grades vs the SZ3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ3. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2500 Gallery and Panasonic SZ3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ3 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Contrast the Canon A2500 and Panasonic SZ3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the A2500 and the SZ3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and SZ3 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2500 and SZ3.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels and you should expect similar quality of images though you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.