Canon M3 vs Canon RP

Following is a in-depth review of the Canon M3 versus Canon RP, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Canon. The image resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the RP (26MP) is relatively similar but the M3 (APS-C) and RP (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The M3 was launched 5 years prior to the RP which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Canon RP being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M3 grades against the RP with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M3 & Canon EOS RP. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery & Canon RP Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 offers outside dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Canon RP has dimensions of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the M3 and the RP.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and RP is 85 and 70 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M3 and RP.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M3 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Canon RP will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged M3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.