Canon M vs Sony A6300
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Canon M vs Sony A6300 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
- Announced July 2012
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Push to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 404g - 120 x 67 x 49mm
- Introduced February 2016
- Old Model is Sony A6000
- Renewed by Sony A6500

Canon M vs Sony A6300 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Canon M vs Sony A6300, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the M (18MP) and A6300 (24MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

The M was introduced 4 years before the A6300 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the M scores vs the A6300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon M vs Sony A6300 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M & Sony Alpha a6300. The whole galleries are available at Canon M Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M over the Sony A6300
M | A6300 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 922k | Sharper screen (+118k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A6300 over the Canon M
A6300 | M | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | ![]() | July 2012 | More modern by 43 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Canon M and Sony A6300
M | A6300 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon M vs Sony A6300 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Canon M features physical dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Sony A6300 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).
Analyze the Canon M vs Sony A6300 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the M against the A6300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M and A6300 is 89 and 83 respectively.

Canon M vs Sony A6300 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and A6300.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Sony A6300 to provide extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged M will be behind in sensor tech.

Canon M vs Sony A6300 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M vs Sony A6300 Specifications
Canon EOS M | Sony Alpha a6300 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS M | Sony Alpha a6300 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2012-07-23 | 2016-02-03 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 31 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 23 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | Clear View II TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction, Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 4K (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 (120p, 60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 298g (0.66 lb) | 404g (0.89 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 109 x 66 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 120 x 67 x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 65 | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.1 | 24.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.2 | 13.7 |
DXO Low light score | 827 | 1437 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 images | 400 images |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $510 | $889 |