Canon 600D vs Canon M3

Below, we will be evaluating the Canon 600D vs Canon M3, former being a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Canon. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 600D (18MP) and M3 (24MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The 600D was brought out 4 years before the M3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 600D being a Compact SLR camera and the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 600D matches up versus the M3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 600D & Canon EOS M3. The entire galleries are available at Canon 600D Gallery & Canon M3 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 600D enjoys outside dimensions of 133mm x 100mm x 80mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.1") with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs) whilst the Canon M3 has proportions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the 600D and the M3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 600D and M3 is 66 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by going over specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 600D and M3.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Canon M3 to offer you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older 600D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.