Canon M5 vs Sony FX30

Here is a extended overview of the Canon M5 versus Sony FX30, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the FX30 (26MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The M5 was launched 7 years before the FX30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony FX30 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the M5 matches up vs the FX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M5 and Sony FX30. The complete galleries are available at Canon M5 Gallery and Sony FX30 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon M5 features outside dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony FX30 has measurements of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Analyze the Canon M5 versus Sony FX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the M5 compared to the FX30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M5 and FX30 is 77 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the M5 and FX30.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony FX30 to render greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older M5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.