Canon M5 vs Canon R6

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon M5 and Canon R6, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both offered by Canon. The sensor resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the R6 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the M5 (APS-C) and R6 (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.

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The M5 was brought out 4 years before the R6 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the M5 grades vs the R6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M5 and Canon EOS R6. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M5 Gallery and Canon R6 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon M5 comes with physical 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 R6 has dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs).

Check out the Canon M5 and Canon R6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the M5 versus the R6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M5 and R6 is 77 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the M5 and R6.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The M5 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Canon M5 will give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged M5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.