Canon M5 vs Nikon Z6

Lets look much closer at the Canon M5 and Nikon Z6, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the Z6 (25MP) is relatively similar but the M5 (APS-C) and Z6 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The M5 was introduced 23 months before the Z6 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the M5 scores against the Z6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M5 and Nikon Z6. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M5 Gallery and Nikon Z6 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M5 has external dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z6 has sizing of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Examine the Canon M5 and Nikon Z6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the M5 vs the Z6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M5 and Z6 is 77 and 62 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The visual here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M5 and Z6.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M5 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Nikon Z6 will offer you greater detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older M5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.