Canon M5 vs Sony A7 III

The following is a detailed comparison of the Canon M5 versus Sony A7 III, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Sony. The resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the A7 III (24MP) is relatively well matched but the M5 (APS-C) and A7 III (Full frame) have different sensor sizing.

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The M5 was manufactured 17 months prior to the A7 III which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M5 scores vs the A7 III with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M5 and Sony Alpha A7 III. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M5 Gallery and Sony A7 III Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon M5 has got physical measurements of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A7 III has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon M5 versus Sony A7 III in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the M5 versus the A7 III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M5 and A7 III is 77 and 63 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking specifications. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the M5 and A7 III.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor dimensions. The M5 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged M5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.