Canon M3 vs Nikon B500

Here is a detailed review of the Canon M3 and Nikon B500, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and B500 (16MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and B500 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The M3 was introduced 12 months before the B500 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon B500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the M3 matches up vs the B500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M3 and Nikon Coolpix B500. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery and Nikon B500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Canon M3 enjoys exterior measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Nikon B500 has specifications of 114mm x 78mm x 95mm (4.5" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 541 grams (1.19 lbs).

Contrast the Canon M3 and Nikon B500 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the M3 vs the B500.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and B500 is 85 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and B500.

Clearly, both the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M3 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon M3 will offer you greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older M3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.