Canon M5 vs Sony A6600

Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon M5 and Sony A6600, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the A6600 (24MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The M5 was released 3 years earlier than the A6600 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6600 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the M5 scores versus the A6600 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M5 & Sony Alpha a6600. The complete galleries are provided at Canon M5 Gallery & Sony A6600 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon M5 provides external dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony A6600 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the M5 against the A6600.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M5 and A6600 is 77 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements simply by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M5 and A6600.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures though you really should consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older M5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.