Canon M5 vs Sony A6700

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Canon M5 versus Sony A6700, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the A6700 (26MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The M5 was announced 7 years before the A6700 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6700 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the M5 scores against the A6700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M5 and Sony Alpha a6700. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M5 Gallery and Sony A6700 Gallery.

If you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon M5 offers external measurements 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 A6700 has specifications of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") along with a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Look at the Canon M5 versus Sony A6700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the M5 versus the A6700.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and A6700 is 77 and 75 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M5 and A6700.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony A6700 to deliver greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older M5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.