Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1
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Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1 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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2013

Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Below is a in-depth review of the Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A2500 was released 4 months prior to the TF1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2500 matches up versus the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon A2500 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Sony TF1
A2500 | TF1 | |||
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Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Canon A2500
TF1 | A2500 | |||
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Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Sony TF1
A2500 | TF1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2013 | Similar generation |
Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon A2500 has external measurements of 98mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the A2500 compared to the TF1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the A2500 and TF1 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A2500 and TF1.
Plainly, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos though you should factor the release date of the products into consideration.

Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model type | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2013-06-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 2s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 pounds) | 152 grams (0.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photos | 240 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NB-11L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $109 | $266 |