Canon M3 vs Canon M5

Let's look more closely at the Canon M3 versus Canon M5, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Canon. The resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the M5 (24MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The M3 was manufactured 19 months prior to the M5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the M3 matches up vs the M5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 & Canon EOS M5. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M3 Gallery & Canon M5 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 enjoys outside dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Canon M5 has dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the M3 and the M5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and M5 is 85 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and M5.

Clearly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact resolution and you can expect similar quality of files however you may want to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older M3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.