Canon M5 vs Nikon 1 V3

Here is a comprehensive review of the Canon M5 versus Nikon 1 V3, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the M5 (24MP) and 1 V3 (18MP) and the M5 (APS-C) and 1 V3 (1") boast different sensor measurements.

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The M5 was introduced 2 years later than the 1 V3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Nikon 1 V3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the M5 scores versus the 1 V3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M5 and Nikon 1 V3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M5 Gallery and Nikon 1 V3 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon M5 provides outer dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Nikon 1 V3 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs).

Look at the Canon M5 versus Nikon 1 V3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the M5 and the 1 V3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and 1 V3 is 77 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M5 and 1 V3.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M5 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon M5 will show greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern M5 provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.