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 Pentax RZ18 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). Pentax RZ18 has external dimensions of 97 x 61 x 33 mm (3.82 x 2.4 x 1.3″) and weighs 178 g (0.39 lb / 6.28 oz) (including batteries).
Below you can see the front-view size comparison of the Canon A2500 and the Pentax RZ18. Canon A2500 is 5mm shorter and 13mm thinner than Pentax RZ18 but it is also 1mm wider.
Here is the back view size comparison of the Canon A2500 and Pentax RZ18.
Now lets look at the top view comparison of Canon A2500 and Pentax RZ18.
Weight is another important factor, especially when deciding on a camera that you want to carry with you all day.
Canon A2500 is significantly lighter (43g ) than the Pentax RZ18 which may become a big advantage especially on long walking trips.
Weather Sealing
Thanks to the weather-sealed body of the RZ18, you can use this camera with more confidence under conditions where there is risk of exposure to water and dust compared to the A2500.
LCD Screen Size and Features
Canon A2500 and Pentax RZ18's LCD screens have the same diagonal size of 3.00 inches.
Unfortunately, both cameras has fixed screens so they don't tilt or flip in directions.