Canon M50 vs Sony a5100

Below, we are evaluating the Canon M50 and Sony a5100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the a5100 (24MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The M50 was revealed 3 years later than the a5100 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the M50 grades vs the a5100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M50 and Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M50 Gallery and Sony a5100 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon M50 has outer measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sony a5100 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check the Canon M50 and Sony a5100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the M50 versus the a5100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M50 and a5100 is 79 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The graphic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M50 and a5100.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files although you need to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more modern M50 should have an edge in sensor technology.