Canon M3 vs Canon R100

Here is a in depth analysis of the Canon M3 and Canon R100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both of them are manufactured by Canon. The sensor resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the R100 (24MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The M3 was released 9 years prior to the R100 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Canon R100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the M3 scores versus the R100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M3 & Canon EOS R100. The complete galleries are available at Canon M3 Gallery & Canon R100 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M3 features external measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Canon R100 has sizing of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") having a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the M3 versus the R100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and R100 is 85 and 76 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and R100.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect comparable quality of images though you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The older M3 will be behind in sensor technology.