Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1
85 Imaging
66 Features
76 Overall
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![Canon EOS M3 front Canon EOS M3 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Canon-EOS-M3/Canon-M3-front.jpg)
![Sony ZV-E1 front Sony ZV-E1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Sony-ZV-E1/Sony-ZV-E1-front.jpg)
80 Imaging
67 Features
89 Overall
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Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Bump to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 366g - 111 x 68 x 44mm
- Released February 2015
- Updated by Canon M6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Increase to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
- Announced March 2023
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Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview
Below is a complete analysis of the Canon M3 versus Sony ZV-E1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) use different sensor sizing.
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The M3 was launched 9 years earlier than the ZV-E1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the M3 grades against the ZV-E1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M3 & Sony ZV-E1. The complete galleries are available at Canon M3 Gallery & Sony ZV-E1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M3 over the Sony ZV-E1
M3 | ZV-E1 | |||
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Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Canon M3
ZV-E1 | M3 | |||
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Announced | March 2023 | ![]() | February 2015 | More recent by 99 months |
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Common features in the Canon M3 and Sony ZV-E1
M3 | ZV-E1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M3 has 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) while the Sony ZV-E1 has proportions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") along with a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).
See the Canon M3 versus Sony ZV-E1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the M3 compared to the ZV-E1.
![Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M3-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and ZV-E1 is 85 and 80 respectively.
![Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M3-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M3 and ZV-E1.
As you have seen, both of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M3 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Canon M3 will offer greater detail utilizing its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older M3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-M3-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-M3-vs-Sony-ZV-E1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon M3 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications
Canon EOS M3 | Sony ZV-E1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS M3 | Sony ZV-E1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-02-06 | 2023-03-29 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4240 x 2832 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 409600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | - | 40 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 23 | 195 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3.00" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,037k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | - |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.2fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 366g (0.81 pounds) | 483g (1.06 pounds) |
Dimensions | 111 x 68 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") | 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 72 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 22.8 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1169 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photographs | 570 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | With downloadable app | |
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $481 | $2,198 |