Canon M5 vs Samsung ST6500

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon M5 and Samsung ST6500, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Canon and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the M5 (24MP) and ST6500 (16MP) and the M5 (APS-C) and ST6500 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The M5 was revealed 5 years later than the ST6500 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST6500 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the M5 scores against the ST6500 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M5 and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are available at Canon M5 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon M5 provides exterior dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") and a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the M5 and the ST6500.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and ST6500 is 77 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M5 and ST6500.

Plainly, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M5 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon M5 will provide more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher M5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.