Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F
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Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F 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
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 250g - 109 x 62 x 25mm
- Launched January 2012
Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F Overview
The following is a detailed overview of the Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A2500 was revealed 13 months after the WB850F making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the A2500 grades vs the WB850F in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are provided at Canon A2500 Gallery & Samsung WB850F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Samsung WB850F
A2500 | WB850F | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2012 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB850F over the Canon A2500
WB850F | A2500 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display resolution | 614k | 230k | Crisper display (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Samsung WB850F
A2500 | WB850F | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurements | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Samsung WB850F has dimensions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
Look at the Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the A2500 vs the WB850F.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and WB850F is 96 and 91 respectively.
Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reading through technical specs. The picture below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2500 and WB850F.
As you can tell, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of files although you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern A2500 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon A2500 vs Samsung WB850F Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Samsung WB850F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Samsung |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Samsung WB850F |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
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 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Max aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | AMOLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 480fps (176 x 128), 240fps (384 x 288) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 lb) | 250g (0.55 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 109 x 62 x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
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 form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $109 | $599 |