Canon M vs Canon R

Below, we will be analyzing the Canon M vs Canon R, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both offered by Canon. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the M (18MP) and R (30MP) and the M (APS-C) and R (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The M was launched 7 years before the R and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Canon R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the M scores versus the R for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M and Canon EOS R. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M Gallery and Canon R Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon M features exterior dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Canon R has sizing of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the M versus the R.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M and R is 89 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The visual here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and R.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M featuring a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Canon R will give you more detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The older M is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.