Size and weight are big decision factors when you are trying to find the ideal camera for your needs.
In this section, we are going to illustrate the Canon A2500 and Canon 160 side-by-side from the front, back and top in their relative dimensions. Canon A2500 has external dimensions of 98 x 56 x 20 mm (3.86 x 2.2 x 0.79″) and weighs 135 g (0.30 lb / 4.76 oz) (including batteries). Canon 160 has external dimensions of 95 x 54 x 22 mm (3.74 x 2.13 x 0.87″) and weighs 127 g (0.28 lb / 4.48 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon A2500 and the Canon 160. Canon 160 is 3mm narrower and 2mm shorter than Canon A2500 but it is also 2mm thicker.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon A2500 and Canon 160.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon A2500 and Canon 160.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon 160 is 8g lighter than the Canon A2500 but we don't think this will make a significant difference.
Weather Sealing
Unfortunately neither the Canon PowerShot A2500 nor Canon PowerShot ELPH 160 (IXUS 160) provides any type of weather sealing in their bodies, so you have to give extra care especially when you are shooting outdoors. If weather sealing is a must-have feature for you, check these sections: Top Compact Cameras with Weather Sealing
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon A2500's 3.00" LCD screen is slightly larger than Canon 160's 2.7 screen.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.