Canon M6 vs Sony ZV-E10
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Canon M6 vs Sony ZV-E10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 390g - 112 x 68 x 45mm
- Launched February 2017
- Old Model is Canon M3
- New Model is Canon M6 MII
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Increase to 51200)
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Sony E Mount
- 343g - 115 x 64 x 45mm
- Launched July 2021

Canon M6 vs Sony ZV-E10 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon M6 versus Sony ZV-E10, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Sony. The image resolution of the M6 (24MP) and the ZV-E10 (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

The M6 was announced 5 years earlier than the ZV-E10 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise view of how the M6 scores versus the ZV-E10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon M6 vs Sony ZV-E10 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M6 and Sony ZV-E10. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M6 Gallery and Sony ZV-E10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M6 over the Sony ZV-E10
M6 | ZV-E10 | |||
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Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper screen (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E10 over the Canon M6
ZV-E10 | M6 | |||
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Launched | July 2021 | ![]() | February 2017 | More recent by 54 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Canon M6 and Sony ZV-E10
M6 | ZV-E10 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M6 vs Sony ZV-E10 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon M6 comes with exterior measurements of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Sony ZV-E10 has sizing of 115mm x 64mm x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 343 grams (0.76 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M6 versus Sony ZV-E10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the M6 compared to the ZV-E10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M6 and ZV-E10 is 84 and 86 respectively.

Canon M6 vs Sony ZV-E10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M6 and ZV-E10.
Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The older M6 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon M6 vs Sony ZV-E10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M6 vs Sony ZV-E10 Specifications
Canon EOS M6 | Sony ZV-E10 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Sony |
Model | Canon EOS M6 | Sony ZV-E10 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2017-02-15 | 2021-07-30 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 7 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon EF-M | Sony E |
Total lenses | 23 | 150 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash options | - | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 390g (0.86 lb) | 343g (0.76 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 112 x 68 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") | 115 x 64 x 45mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 1317 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 295 photos | 440 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom, remote) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $679 | $699 |