Canon M10 vs Sony TX7

Here is a complete comparison of the Canon M10 vs Sony TX7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the M10 (18MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the M10 (APS-C) and TX7 (1/2.4") boast different sensor measurements.

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The M10 was announced 5 years later than the TX7 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon M10 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the M10 grades vs the TX7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M10 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M10 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M10 offers outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has measurements of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

Compare the Canon M10 vs Sony TX7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the M10 and the TX7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M10 and TX7 is 88 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M10 and TX7.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M10 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon M10 will show more detail with its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher M10 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.