Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 301g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Revealed October 2015
- Later Model is Canon M100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Announced August 2012
- Previous Model is Sony NEX-C3
- Replacement is Sony NEX-3N
Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
Below, we will be evaluating the Canon M10 versus Sony NEX-F3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the M10 (18MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe M10 was launched 3 years after the NEX-F3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the M10 grades against the NEX-F3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M10 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are available at Canon M10 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M10 over the Sony NEX-F3
M10 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Announced | October 2015 | August 2012 | Newer by 39 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Canon M10
NEX-F3 | M10 |
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Common features in the Canon M10 and Sony NEX-F3
M10 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon M10 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
See the Canon M10 versus Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M10 compared to the NEX-F3.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M10 and NEX-F3 is 88 and 86 respectively.
Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M10 and NEX-F3.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Canon M10 to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer M10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon M10 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Canon EOS M10 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS M10 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2015-10-12 | 2012-08-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4912 x 3264 |
Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 16000 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 23 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.6 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | - |
Flash options | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
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 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 301 gr (0.66 lbs) | 314 gr (0.69 lbs) |
Dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 65 | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.0 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.0 | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | 753 | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 255 photographs | 470 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E12 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $599 | $470 |