Canon M200 vs Sony ZV-E1

Lets examine more closely at the Canon M200 and Sony ZV-E1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the M200 (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the M200 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) come with different sensor measurements.

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The M200 was brought out 4 years before the ZV-E1 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the M200 grades vs the ZV-E1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M200 and Sony ZV-E1. The entire galleries are available at Canon M200 Gallery and Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon M200 provides outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Sony ZV-E1 has dimensions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Contrast the Canon M200 and Sony ZV-E1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the M200 compared to the ZV-E1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M200 and ZV-E1 is 88 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph below will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M200 and ZV-E1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M200 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh harder and the Canon M200 will offer more detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older M200 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.