Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35
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![Canon PowerShot A2500 front Canon PowerShot A2500 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-PowerShot-A2500/Canon-A2500-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35/Panasonic-ZS35-front.jpg)
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Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 305g - 107 x 62 x 32mm
- Released January 2014
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ55
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS30
- Newer Model is Panasonic ZS40
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Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon A2500 and Panasonic ZS35, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
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The A2500 was manufactured 11 months before the ZS35 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the A2500 grades against the ZS35 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The entire galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Panasonic ZS35
A2500 | ZS35 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS35 over the Canon A2500
ZS35 | A2500 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 11 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Panasonic ZS35
A2500 | ZS35 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon A2500 provides external measurements 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 ZS35 has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2500 and Panasonic ZS35 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the A2500 versus the ZS35.
![Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 size comparison Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and ZS35 is 96 and 89 respectively.
![Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 top view buttons comparison Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing only by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the A2500 and ZS35.
As you can see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images however you will need to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older A2500 will be behind in sensor innovation.
![Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 sensor size comparison Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-ZS35-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS35 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ55 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2014-01-06 |
Physical type | 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 | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD (180 degree tilt) with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 pounds) | 305 grams (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 107 x 62 x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
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 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $109 | $300 |