Canon M vs Sony A7c
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![Canon EOS M front Canon EOS M front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/w300/fronton/Canon_EOS_M_0.jpg)
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Canon M vs Sony A7c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 298g - 109 x 66 x 32mm
- Introduced July 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Released September 2020
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Canon M vs Sony A7c Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Canon M vs Sony A7c, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the M (18MP) and A7c (24MP) and the M (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.
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The M was launched 9 years before the A7c and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the M grades vs the A7c in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon M vs Sony A7c Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M and Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are available at Canon M Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Sony A7c
M | A7c | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Canon M
A7c | M | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | September 2020 | ![]() | July 2012 | More recent by 99 months |
Display type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon M and Sony A7c
M | A7c | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display measurement |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon M vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon M has got outside dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony A7c has dimensions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Examine the Canon M vs Sony A7c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the M versus the A7c.
![Canon M vs Sony A7c size comparison Canon M vs Sony A7c size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M and A7c is 89 and 78 respectively.
![Canon M vs Sony A7c top view buttons comparison Canon M vs Sony A7c top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon M vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over specifications. The visual below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and A7c.
To sum up, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M featuring a tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A7c will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older M is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon M vs Sony A7c sensor size comparison Canon M vs Sony A7c sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon M vs Sony A7c Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon M vs Sony A7c Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon M vs Sony A7c Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M-vs-Sony-Alpha-A7c-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon M vs Sony A7c Specifications
Canon EOS M | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS M | Sony Alpha A7c |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-07-23 | 2020-09-14 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 23 | 122 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Highest silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298g (0.66 lbs) | 509g (1.12 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
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 pictures | 740 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $510 | $1,800 |