Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300
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Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300 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
- Revealed January 2013
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 166g - 96 x 55 x 25mm
- Announced February 2013
- Newer Model is Sony WX350

Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Sony. The resolution of the A2500 (16MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The A2500 was released at a similar time to the WX300 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the A2500 grades against the WX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot A2500 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The complete galleries are available at Canon A2500 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A2500 over the Sony WX300
A2500 | WX300 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX300 over the Canon A2500
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Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A2500 and Sony WX300
A2500 | WX300 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | February 2013 | Same age |
Manual focus | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Missing Touch screen |
Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon A2500 features exterior 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 WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the A2500 and the WX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A2500 and WX300 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the A2500 and WX300.
Plainly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony WX300 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures much more aggressively.

Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon A2500 vs Sony WX300 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A2500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon PowerShot A2500 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2013-01-29 | 2013-02-20 |
Physical type | 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 | 16MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
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) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-6.5 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | H.264 | AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 gr (0.30 pounds) | 166 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 56 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 96 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-11L | NP-BX1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $109 | $330 |