Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-5

Below is a detailed overview of the Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and NEX-5 (14MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The M10 was launched 5 years later than the NEX-5 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M10 scores versus the NEX-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M10 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M10 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M10 has outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5 has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the M10 vs the NEX-5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M10 and NEX-5 is 88 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching technical specs. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and NEX-5.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon M10 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher M10 provides an edge in sensor innovation.