Canon M200 vs Sony A7c

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon M200 vs Sony A7c, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Sony. The resolution of the M200 (24MP) and the A7c (24MP) is pretty well matched but the M200 (APS-C) and A7c (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The M200 was launched 11 months before the A7c so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the M200 matches up against the A7c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M200 and Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M200 Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Canon M200 enjoys physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

Check the Canon M200 vs Sony A7c in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view scale comparison of the M200 versus the A7c.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M200 and A7c is 88 and 78 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M200 and A7c.

As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizing. The M200 features the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field harder. The older M200 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.