Canon A2500 vs Sony W690
96 Imaging
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95 Imaging
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Canon A2500 vs Sony W690 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
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced February 2012

Canon A2500 vs Sony W690 Overview
Here is a extended overview of the Canon A2500 and Sony W690, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is very close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2500 was revealed 12 months later than the W690 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the A2500 scores against the W690 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon A2500 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot A2500 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery and Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Sony W690
A2500 | W690 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Canon A2500
W690 | A2500 |
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Common features in the Canon A2500 and Sony W690
A2500 | W690 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Canon A2500 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A2500 provides 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 Sony W690 has proportions of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
Check out the Canon A2500 and Sony W690 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the A2500 vs the W690.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A2500 and W690 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A2500 and W690.
As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of files although you should really factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer A2500 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.

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Canon A2500 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2013-01-29 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | BIONZ |
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 aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135g (0.30 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photographs | 220 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $109 | $297 |