Canon M100 vs Samsung NX5
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Canon M100 vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
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- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 302g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Introduced August 2017
- Older Model is Canon M10
- Successor is Canon M200
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Introduced June 2010
Canon M100 vs Samsung NX5 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon M100 and Samsung NX5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and NX5 (15MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (APS-C).
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe M100 was released 7 years later than the NX5 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon M100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the M100 scores vs the NX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon M100 vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M100 & Samsung NX5. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M100 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M100 over the Samsung NX5
M100 | NX5 | |||
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Introduced | August 2017 | June 2010 | Fresher by 89 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Canon M100
NX5 | M100 |
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Common features in the Canon M100 and Samsung NX5
M100 | NX5 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Canon M100 vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Examine the Canon M100 and Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the M100 versus the NX5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M100 and NX5 is 88 and 80 respectively.
Canon M100 vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M100 and NX5.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Canon M100 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger M100 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon M100 vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Canon EOS M100 | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Samsung |
Model type | Canon EOS M100 | Samsung NX5 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-08-29 | 2010-06-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
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 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Samsung NX |
Total lenses | 23 | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.1fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 302 gr (0.67 lbs) | 499 gr (1.10 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 400 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $449 | $499 |