Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS45

Let's take a more detailed look at the Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS45, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A2500 was introduced 23 months prior to the ZS45 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the A2500 scores vs the ZS45 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 has got outer dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS45 has measurements of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon A2500 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A2500 and the ZS45.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and ZS45 is 96 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2500 and ZS45.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same resolution and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged A2500 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.