Canon M100 vs Nikon Z fc
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Canon M100 vs Nikon Z fc Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 302g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Launched August 2017
- Succeeded the Canon M10
- Successor is Canon M200
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Introduced June 2021

Canon M100 vs Nikon Z fc Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Canon M100 and Nikon Z fc, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the M100 (24MP) and the Z fc (21MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor size (APS-C).

The M100 was released 4 years before the Z fc and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon M100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the M100 scores versus the Z fc with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon M100 vs Nikon Z fc Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M100 and Nikon Z fc. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M100 Gallery and Nikon Z fc Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M100 over the Nikon Z fc
M100 | Z fc |
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Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Canon M100
Z fc | M100 | |||
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Introduced | June 2021 | ![]() | August 2017 | Fresher by 46 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Canon M100 and Nikon Z fc
M100 | Z fc | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display size |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon M100 vs Nikon Z fc Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon M100 has outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Nikon Z fc has proportions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M100 and Nikon Z fc in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the M100 and the Z fc.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M100 and Z fc is 88 and 79 respectively.

Canon M100 vs Nikon Z fc Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The photograph below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M100 and Z fc.
All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon M100 to provide more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older M100 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Canon M100 vs Nikon Z fc Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M100 vs Nikon Z fc Specifications
Canon EOS M100 | Nikon Z fc | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS M100 | Nikon Z fc |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-08-29 | 2021-06-28 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 21MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5568 x 3712 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF-M | Nikon Z |
Available lenses | 23 | 21 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.68x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.1 frames per sec | 11.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 302 grams (0.67 pounds) | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 79 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1272 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $449 | $949 |