Canon M3 vs Leica M10
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Canon M3 vs Leica M10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Revealed February 2015
- Replacement is Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- No Video
- Leica M Mount
- 660g - 139 x 80 x 39mm
- Announced January 2017
- Newer Model is Leica M11
Photography Glossary Canon M3 vs Leica M10 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Canon M3 and Leica M10, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Leica. The resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the M10 (24MP) is very comparable but the M3 (APS-C) and M10 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe M3 was revealed 23 months earlier than the M10 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the M3 scores vs the M10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M3 and Leica M10. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery and Leica M10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Leica M10
| M3 | M10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 1040k |  | 1037k | Crisper display (+3k dot) |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Leica M10 over the Canon M3
| M10 | M3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2017 |  | February 2015 | More modern by 23 months |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Leica M10
| M3 | M10 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Canon M3 vs Leica M10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M3 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Leica M10 has sizing of 139mm x 80mm x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the M3 versus the M10.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and M10 is 85 and 75 respectively.
Canon M3 vs Leica M10 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and M10.
Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The M3 has the smaller sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field tougher. The more aged M3 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Canon M3 vs Leica M10 Specifications
| Canon EOS M3 | Leica M10 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Canon | Leica |
| Model | Canon EOS M3 | Leica M10 |
| Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2015-02-06 | 2017-01-18 |
| Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | DIGIC 6 | Maestro II |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.8 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 855.6mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 5952 x 3992 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 50000 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 25600 | - |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 49 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Leica M |
| Amount of lenses | 23 | 59 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Optical (rangefinder) |
| Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 4.2 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
| Flash settings | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | no built-in flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | - |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
| Video format | H.264 | - |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 366 gr (0.81 lb) | 660 gr (1.46 lb) |
| Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 139 x 80 x 39mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 72 | 86 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | 24.4 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | 13.3 |
| DXO Low light score | 1169 | 2133 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 250 shots | 210 shots |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E17 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 12 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $481 | $7,595 |
