Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W
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Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W 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
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Announced May 2009
- Also referred to as WB500

Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W Overview
Here, we are matching up the Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Canon and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the A2500 (16MP) and HZ10W (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2500 was unveiled 3 years after the HZ10W which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the A2500 matches up vs the HZ10W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Samsung HZ10W
A2500 | HZ10W | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | May 2009 | More modern by 46 months |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ10W over the Canon A2500
HZ10W | A2500 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Samsung HZ10W
A2500 | HZ10W | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 has external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ10W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the A2500 vs the HZ10W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and HZ10W is 96 and 90 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The pic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2500 and HZ10W.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon A2500 to offer you extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher A2500 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Samsung HZ10W Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Samsung HZ10W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Samsung HZ10W |
Also Known as | - | WB500 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2009-05-14 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2432 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 16s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 lb) | 249 grams (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-11L | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $109 | $300 |