Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ7
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Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 133g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2012

Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ7 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Canon A2500 versus Panasonic SZ7, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2500 was released 13 months after the SZ7 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A2500 scores against the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ7 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The complete galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Panasonic SZ7
A2500 | SZ7 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2012 | More modern by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ7 over the Canon A2500
SZ7 | A2500 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Panasonic SZ7
A2500 | SZ7 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch display |
Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ7 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. 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 Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Examine the Canon A2500 versus Panasonic SZ7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the A2500 vs the SZ7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and SZ7 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ7 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2500 and SZ7.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon A2500 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The fresher A2500 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ7 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Panasonic SZ7 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 4cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lb) | 133 grams (0.29 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 photos | 220 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $109 | $199 |