Canon M3 vs Sony FX3

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Canon M3 versus Sony FX3, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The M3 was unveiled 7 years prior to the FX3 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise view of how the M3 scores against the FX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 & Sony FX3. The full galleries are available at Canon M3 Gallery & Sony FX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 provides exterior measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Sony FX3 has dimensions of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Check the Canon M3 versus Sony FX3 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the M3 versus the FX3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the M3 and FX3 is 85 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and FX3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M3 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Canon M3 will offer you extra detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged M3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.