Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10
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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Revealed July 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 381g - 118 x 83 x 41mm
- Released May 2015
- Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T20

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10 Overview
In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and FujiFilm. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the Fujifilm X-T10 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

The M was introduced 3 years prior to the Fujifilm X-T10 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Fujifilm X-T10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the M scores vs the Fujifilm X-T10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M & Fujifilm X-T10. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery & Fujifilm X-T10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Fujifilm X-T10
M | Fujifilm X-T10 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T10 over the Canon M
Fujifilm X-T10 | M | |||
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Released | May 2015 | ![]() | July 2012 | Newer by 34 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon M and Fujifilm X-T10
M | Fujifilm X-T10 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon M comes with outer dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Fujifilm X-T10 has sizing of 118mm x 83mm x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).
See the Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the M and the Fujifilm X-T10.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M and Fujifilm X-T10 is 89 and 83 respectively.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The image below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and Fujifilm X-T10.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon M to offer greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged M is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M vs Fujifilm X-T10 Specifications
Canon EOS M | Fujifilm X-T10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | FujiFilm |
Model | Canon EOS M | Fujifilm X-T10 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2012-07-23 | 2015-05-19 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Digic 5 | EXR Processor II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS X-TRANS II |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.6 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 368.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4896 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 77 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Fujifilm X |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 54 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.00 m (ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, forced flash, slow synchro, flash off, rear-curtain synchro, commander |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298 gr (0.66 pounds) | 381 gr (0.84 pounds) |
Dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 118 x 83 x 41mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 827 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 photographs | 350 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | NP-W126 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-I) |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $510 | $800 |