Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4
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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)
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Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010
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Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Canon A2500 versus Ricoh CX4, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The A2500 was introduced 2 years later than the CX4 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the A2500 matches up vs the CX4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Ricoh CX4
A2500 | CX4 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | More recent by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Canon A2500
CX4 | A2500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Ricoh CX4
A2500 | CX4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon A2500 enjoys outside measurements 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 Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Examine the Canon A2500 versus Ricoh CX4 in our newest Camera & 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, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the A2500 and the CX4.
![Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Ricoh-CX4-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and CX4 is 96 and 92 respectively.
![Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Ricoh-CX4-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the A2500 and CX4.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon A2500 to offer extra detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern A2500 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.
![Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Ricoh-CX4-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon A2500 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-PowerShot-A2500-vs-Ricoh-CX4-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street 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 Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Ricoh CX4 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 gr (0.30 lb) | 205 gr (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $109 | $211 |