Canon M50 vs Sony A6100

Let's examine more in depth at the Canon M50 vs Sony A6100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Sony. The sensor resolution of the M50 (24MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is relatively comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The M50 was introduced 18 months before the A6100 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the M50 scores vs the A6100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M50 and Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are available at Canon M50 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon M50 enjoys physical dimensions 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 A6100 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Check the Canon M50 vs Sony A6100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the M50 vs the A6100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the M50 and A6100 is 79 and 81 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing technical specs. The image below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M50 and A6100.

As you have seen, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged M50 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.