Canon M5 vs Canon R10
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Canon M5 vs Canon R10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 427g - 116 x 89 x 61mm
- Revealed September 2016
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 426g - 123 x 88 x 83mm
- Announced May 2022

Canon M5 vs Canon R10 Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon M5 vs Canon R10, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Canon. The image resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the R10 (24MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

The M5 was manufactured 6 years before the R10 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the M5 grades vs the R10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon M5 vs Canon R10 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M5 & Canon EOS R10. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M5 Gallery & Canon R10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M5 over the Canon R10
M5 | R10 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1040k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Canon R10 over the Canon M5
R10 | M5 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | May 2022 | ![]() | September 2016 | More modern by 69 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Canon M5 and Canon R10
M5 | R10 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M5 vs Canon R10 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon M5 provides external measurements of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Canon R10 has sizing of 123mm x 88mm x 83mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 3.3") and a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Canon M5 vs Canon R10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the M5 and the R10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M5 and R10 is 77 and 69 respectively.

Canon M5 vs Canon R10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specs. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M5 and R10.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures however you will need to factor the age of the products into consideration. The more aged M5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

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Canon M5 vs Canon R10 Specifications
Canon EOS M5 | Canon EOS R10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS M5 | Canon EOS R10 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2016-09-15 | 2022-05-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 22.2 x 14.8mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 328.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 651 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Canon RF |
Available lenses | 23 | 35 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 2,360k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.6x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 15.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 6m at ISO 100 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/200 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 470 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 170 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 85 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 85 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 470 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 70 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 12 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 90 Mbps, MP4, H.265, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MP4, H.264, AAC | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 427 gr (0.94 pounds) | 426 gr (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 89 x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") | 123 x 88 x 83mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 77 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 1262 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 photographs | 450 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | LP-E17 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | Single UHS-II SD card slot |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $680 | $879 |