Canon EOS M3 vs Canon EOS M

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon EOS M3 and the Canon EOS M, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

Canon EOS M3 was introduced in February 2015 and Canon EOS M was introduced in July 2012. Let us first list highlights of the models.

Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon EOS M3 over Canon EOS M.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon EOS M over Canon EOS M3.

We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

Screen

Canon EOS M3 and Canon EOS M have 3.0" screens with 1,040k dot resolution. Canon EOS M3 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Canon EOS M has a Fixed screen Both models feature touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Camera does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional electronic viewfinder can be attached on Canon EOS M3.

Canon EOS M3 features a 24.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 22.3 x 14.9 mm and a total area of 332.3 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Canon EOS M features a 18.0 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 22.3 x 14.9 mm and a total area of 222 mm². Its native ISO range is 100 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode.

Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

Sensor size chart

	Sensor	Dimensions	Area	Aspect Ratio	Crop Factor
	Medium Format	44 x 33 mm	1452 mm2	4:3	0.79x
	Full Frame	36 x 24 mm	864 mm2	3:2	1x
	APS-H	27 x 18 mm	486 mm2	3:2	1.3x
	APS-C	23.6 x 15.6 mm	368.2 mm2	3:2	1.5x
	APS-C (Canon)	22.3 x 14.9 mm	332.3 mm2	3:2	1.6x
	Micro Four Thirds	17.4 x 13 mm	226.2 mm2	4:3	2x
	1-inch	13.2 x 8.8 mm	116.2 mm2	3:2	2.7x
	1/1.7-inch	7.44 x 5.58 mm	41.5 mm2	4:3	4.7x
	1/2.3-inch	6.17 x 4.55 mm	28.1 mm2	4:3	5.6x

Canon EOS M3 is equipped with DIGIC 6 processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. Canon EOS M is equipped with DIGIC 5 processor and can take pictures up to 5184 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3456 x 2304, 2592 x 1728, 1920 x 1280, 720 x 480.

Lens Mount

Cameras have Canon EF-M lens mount. Due to their APS-C sensor their crop factor (also called lens multiplier) is equal to 1.6x. This means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.6.

No Image Stabilization

The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Canon EOS M3 it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Canon EOS M nothing can be done. On Canon EOS M it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Canon EOS M3 nothing can be done.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Canon EOS M3

Canon EOS M3 has a built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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NFC on Canon EOS M3

Canon EOS M3 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.

USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Canon EOS M3 has a Mini HDMI and Canon EOS M has a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Canon EOS M3 comes with LP-E17 battery pack with battery life of 250 shots and Canon EOS M comes with LP-E12 battery pack with battery life of 230 shots.

External Storage Slots

Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

Shutter

Canon EOS M3 and Canon EOS M have Electronic 1st curtain. shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Canon EOS M3, and up to 1/4000 sec on Canon EOS M. Canon EOS M3 can shoot continuously up to 4.2 fps. Canon EOS M can shoot continuously up to 4.3 fps.

Focusing

Both cameras have Hybrid CMOS AF III system with Canon EOS M3 having 49 focusing points and from +2 to +18 EV detection range and with Canon EOS M having 31 focusing points and from +1 to +18 EV detection range and . and Canon EOS M3 having from +2 to +18 EV detection range and Canon EOS M having from +1 to +18 EV detection range.

Flash

Canon EOS M3 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.00 m at ISO 100 and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. Canon EOS M has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/200 sec on Canon EOS M.

Canon EOS M3 body has dimensions of 111 x 68 x 44 mm (4.37 x 2.68 x 1.73") and Canon EOS M body has dimensions of 109 x 66 x 32 mm (4.29 x 2.6 x 1.26"). Canon EOS M3 weighs 366 g (0.81 lb / 12.91 oz) and Canon EOS M weighs 298 g (0.66 lb / 10.51 oz).

Canon EOS M3

Canon EOS M

111 mm

68 mm

109 mm

66 mm

68 mm

66 mm

44 mm

32 mm