Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PL5
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Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PL5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 301g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Released October 2015
- Later Model is Canon M100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 325g - 111 x 64 x 38mm
- Revealed September 2012
Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PL5 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon M10 and Olympus E-PL5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Olympus. The image resolution of the M10 (18MP) and the E-PL5 (16MP) is very comparable but the M10 (APS-C) and E-PL5 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe M10 was manufactured 3 years later than the E-PL5 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the M10 scores vs the E-PL5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PL5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M10 & Olympus PEN E-PL5. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M10 Gallery & Olympus E-PL5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M10 over the Olympus E-PL5
M10 | E-PL5 | |||
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Revealed | October 2015 | September 2012 | Fresher by 38 months | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer display (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PL5 over the Canon M10
E-PL5 | M10 |
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Common features in the Canon M10 and Olympus E-PL5
M10 | E-PL5 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PL5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon M10 provides physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Olympus E-PL5 has proportions of 111mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 325 grams (0.72 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M10 and Olympus E-PL5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the M10 against the E-PL5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and E-PL5 is 88 and 88 respectively.
Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PL5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M10 and E-PL5.
All in all, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M10 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon M10 will provide more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer M10 provides an advantage in sensor tech.
Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PL5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon M10 vs Olympus E-PL5 Specifications
Canon EOS M10 | Olympus PEN E-PL5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon EOS M10 | Olympus PEN E-PL5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-10-12 | 2012-09-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 35 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.6fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 301 grams (0.66 pounds) | 325 grams (0.72 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 111 x 64 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 65 | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 753 | 889 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 255 pictures | 360 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $599 | $400 |