Canon 30D vs M50
The Canon EOS 30D and the Canon EOS M50 are two digital cameras that were officially introduced, respectively, in February 2006 and February 2018. The 30D is a DSLR, while the M50 is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. Both cameras are equipped with an APS-C sensor. The 30D has a resolution of 8.2 megapixels, whereas the M50 provides 24 MP. Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their sensors, their features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.
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Canon 30D | Canon M50 | |
Digital single lens reflex | Mirrorless system camera | |
Canon EF mount lenses | Canon EF-M mount lenses | |
8.2 MP, APS-C Sensor | 24 MP, APS-C Sensor | |
no Video | 4K/24p Video | |
ISO 100-1600 (100-3200) | ISO 100-25600 (100-51200) | |
Optical viewfinder | Electronic viewfinder (2360k dots) | |
2.5" LCD, 230k dots | 3.0" LCD, 1040k dots | |
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) | Swivel touchscreen | |
5 shutter flaps per second | 10 shutter flaps per second | |
750 shots per battery charge | 235 shots per battery charge | |
144 x 106 x 74 mm, 785 g | 116 x 88 x 59 mm, 390 g |
Body comparison: Canon 30D vs M50
The physical size and weight of the Canon 30D and the Canon M50 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All width, height and depth measures are rounded to the nearest millimeter.



If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Canon M50 is considerably smaller (33 percent) than the Canon 30D. Moreover, the M50 is substantially lighter (50 percent) than the 30D. In this context, it is worth noting that neither the 30D nor the M50 are weather-sealed.
The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.
Concerning battery life, the 30D gets 750 shots out of its BP-511A battery, while the M50 can take 235 images on a single charge of its LP-E12 power pack.
The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. If you would like to visualize and compare a different camera combination, just use the right or left arrows in the table to switch to the respective camera. Alternatively, you can also navigate to the CAM-parator app and make your selection from the full list of cameras there.
Camera Model |
Camera Width |
Camera Height |
Camera Depth |
Camera Weight |
Battery Life (CIPA) |
Weather Sealing (yes/no) |
Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon 30D» | 5.7 in | 4.2 in | 2.9 in | 27.7 oz | 750 | n | Feb 2006 | 1,399 | - | Canon 30D | ||
Canon M50« | 4.6 in | 3.5 in | 2.3 in | 13.8 oz | 235 | n | Feb 2018 | 779 | Canon M50 | |||
Canon T7« » | 5.1 in | 4.0 in | 3.1 in | 16.8 oz | 500 | n | Feb 2018 | 449 | Canon T7 | |||
Canon 77D« » | 5.2 in | 3.9 in | 3.0 in | 19.0 oz | 600 | n | Feb 2017 | 899 | Canon 77D | |||
Canon M6« » | 4.4 in | 2.7 in | 1.8 in | 13.8 oz | 295 | n | Feb 2017 | 779 | Canon M6 | |||
Canon M100« » | 4.3 in | 2.6 in | 1.4 in | 10.7 oz | 295 | n | Aug 2017 | 499 | Canon M100 | |||
Canon M3« » | 4.4 in | 2.7 in | 1.7 in | 12.9 oz | 250 | n | Feb 2015 | 679 | - | Canon M3 | ||
Canon 70D« » | 5.5 in | 4.1 in | 3.1 in | 26.6 oz | 920 | Y | Jul 2013 | 1,199 | - | Canon 70D | ||
Canon 60D« » | 5.7 in | 4.2 in | 3.1 in | 26.6 oz | 1100 | Y | Aug 2010 | 1,399 | - | Canon 60D | ||
Canon 7D« » | 5.8 in | 4.4 in | 2.9 in | 30.3 oz | 800 | Y | Sep 2009 | 1,699 | - | Canon 7D | ||
Canon 50D« » | 5.7 in | 4.3 in | 2.9 in | 29.0 oz | 800 | Y | Aug 2008 | 1,299 | - | Canon 50D | ||
Canon 40D« » | 5.7 in | 4.3 in | 2.9 in | 29.0 oz | 750 | n | Aug 2007 | 1,299 | - | Canon 40D | ||
Canon XTi« » | 5.0 in | 3.3 in | 2.6 in | 19.6 oz | 370 | n | Aug 2006 | 799 | - | Canon XTi | ||
Canon XT« » | 5.0 in | 3.7 in | 2.5 in | 19.0 oz | 400 | n | Feb 2005 | 899 | - | Canon XT | ||
Canon 20D« » | 5.7 in | 4.2 in | 2.8 in | 27.2 oz | 700 | n | Aug 2004 | 1,499 | - | Canon 20D | ||
Canon 10D« » | 5.9 in | 4.2 in | 3.0 in | 30.0 oz | 500 | n | Feb 2003 | 1,999 | - | Canon 10D | ||
Canon Rebel« » | 5.6 in | 3.9 in | 2.8 in | 22.9 oz | 400 | n | Aug 2003 | 899 | - | Canon Rebel | ||
Any camera decision will naturally be influenced heavily by the price. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The M50 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 44 percent) than the 30D, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.
Sensor comparison: Canon 30D vs M50
The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Furthermore, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more possibilities to use shallow depth-of-field in order to isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors are more costly to manufacture and tend to lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.
Both cameras under consideration feature an APS-C sensor, but their sensors differ slightly in size. The sensor area in the M50 is 2 percent smaller. They nevertheless have the same format factor of 1.6. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.
Technology-wise, the M50 uses a more advanced image processing engine (DIGIC 8) than the 30D (DIGIC 2), with benefits for noise reduction, color accuracy, and processing speed.

Despite having a slightly smaller sensor, the M50 offers a higher resolution of 24 megapixels, compared with 8.2 MP of the 30D. This megapixels advantage comes at the cost of a higher pixel density and a smaller size of the individual pixel (with a pixel pitch of 3.72μm versus 6.42μm for the 30D). However, it should be noted that the M50 is much more recent (by 12 years) than the 30D, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that make it possible to gather light more efficiently.
The M50 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during video recording.
The Canon EOS 30D has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 1600, which can be extended to ISO 100-3200. The corresponding ISO settings for the Canon EOS M50 are ISO 100 to ISO 25600, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 100-51200..

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). The adjacent table reports on the physical sensor characteristics and the outcomes of the DXO sensor quality tests for a sample of comparator-cameras.
Camera Model |
Sensor Class |
Resolution (MP) |
Horiz. Pixels |
Vert. Pixels |
Video Format |
DXO Portrait |
DXO Landscape |
DXO Sports |
DXO Overall |
Camera Model |
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Canon 30D» | APS-C | 8.2 | 3504 | 2336 | - | 21.5 | 10.8 | 736 | 59 | Canon 30D | |
Canon M50« | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 4K/24p | - | - | - | - | Canon M50 | |
Canon T7« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/30p | - | - | - | - | Canon T7 | |
Canon 77D« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 23.6 | 13.3 | 971 | 78 | Canon 77D | |
Canon M6« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | - | - | - | - | Canon M6 | |
Canon M100« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/60p | 23.5 | 12.9 | 1272 | 78 | Canon M100 | |
Canon M3« » | APS-C | 24.0 | 6000 | 4000 | 1080/30p | 22.8 | 11.8 | 1169 | 72 | Canon M3 | |
Canon 70D« » | APS-C | 20.0 | 5472 | 3648 | 1080/30p | 22.5 | 11.6 | 926 | 68 | Canon 70D | |
Canon 60D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 22.2 | 11.5 | 813 | 66 | Canon 60D | |
Canon 7D« » | APS-C | 17.9 | 5184 | 3456 | 1080/30p | 22.0 | 11.7 | 854 | 66 | Canon 7D | |
Canon 50D« » | APS-C | 15.1 | 4752 | 3168 | - | 21.8 | 11.4 | 696 | 63 | Canon 50D | |
Canon 40D« » | APS-C | 10.1 | 3888 | 2592 | - | 22.1 | 11.3 | 703 | 64 | Canon 40D | |
Canon XTi« » | APS-C | 10.1 | 3888 | 2592 | - | 22.1 | 11.0 | 664 | 62 | Canon XTi | |
Canon XT« » | APS-C | 8.0 | 3456 | 2304 | - | 21.8 | 10.8 | 637 | 60 | Canon XT | |
Canon 20D« » | APS-C | 8.2 | 3504 | 2336 | - | 21.9 | 11.0 | 721 | 62 | Canon 20D | |
Canon 10D« » | APS-C | 6.3 | 3072 | 2048 | - | 21.1 | 10.9 | 571 | 57 | Canon 10D | |
Canon Rebel« » | APS-C | 6.3 | 3072 | 2048 | - | 21.0 | 10.8 | 544 | 55 | Canon Rebel |
Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. The M50 indeed provides for movie recording, while the 30D does not. The highest resolution format that the M50 can use is 4K/24p.
Feature comparison: Canon 30D vs M50
Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. For example, the M50 has an electronic viewfinder (2360k dots), while the 30D has an optical one. Both systems have their advantages, with the electronic viewfinder making it possible to project supplementary shooting information into the framing view, whereas the optical viewfinder offers lag-free viewing and a very clear framing image. The table below summarizes some of the other core capabilities of the Canon 30D and Canon M50 in connection with corresponding information for a sample of similar cameras.
Camera Model |
Viewfinder (Type or '000 dots) |
Control Panel (yes/no) |
LCD Size (inch) |
LCD Resolution ('000 dots) |
LCD Attach- ment |
Touch Screen (yes/no) |
Shutter speed (1/sec) |
Shutter flaps (1/sec) |
Built-in Flash (yes/no) |
Built-in Image Stab |
Camera Model |
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Canon 30D» | optical | Y | 2.5 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 30D | |
Canon M50« | 2360 | n | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 10.0 | Y | n | Canon M50 | |
Canon T7« » | optical | n | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon T7 | |
Canon 77D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 4000 | 6.0 | Y | n | Canon 77D | |
Canon M6« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 9.0 | Y | n | Canon M6 | |
Canon M100« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 6.1 | Y | n | Canon M100 | |
Canon M3« » | - | n | 3.0 | 1040 | tilting | Y | 4000 | 4.2 | Y | n | Canon M3 | |
Canon 70D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | Y | 8000 | 7.0 | Y | n | Canon 70D | |
Canon 60D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 1040 | swivel | n | 8000 | 5.3 | Y | n | Canon 60D | |
Canon 7D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | n | 8000 | 8.0 | Y | n | Canon 7D | |
Canon 50D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 920 | fixed | n | 8000 | 6.3 | Y | n | Canon 50D | |
Canon 40D« » | optical | Y | 3.0 | 230 | fixed | n | 8000 | 6.5 | Y | n | Canon 40D | |
Canon XTi« » | optical | n | 2.5 | 230 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon XTi | |
Canon XT« » | optical | n | 1.8 | 115 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon XT | |
Canon 20D« » | optical | Y | 1.8 | 118 | fixed | n | 8000 | 5.0 | Y | n | Canon 20D | |
Canon 10D« » | optical | Y | 1.8 | 118 | fixed | n | 4000 | 3.0 | Y | n | Canon 10D | |
Canon Rebel« » | optical | n | 1.8 | 118 | fixed | n | 4000 | 2.5 | Y | n | Canon Rebel |
One feature that is present on the 30D, but is missing on the M50 is a top-level LCD. While being, of course, smaller than the rear screen, the control panel conveys some of the essential shooting information and can be convenient for quick and easy settings verification.
The M50 has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies. In contrast, the 30D does not have a selfie-screen.The 30D writes its imaging data to Compact Flash cards, while the M50 uses SDXC cards.
Connectivity comparison: Canon 30D vs M50
For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon EOS 30D and Canon EOS M50 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.
Camera Model |
Hotshoe Port |
Internal Microphone |
Internal Speaker |
Microphone Port |
Headphone Port |
HDMI Port |
USB Type |
WiFi Support |
NFC Support |
Bluetooth Support |
Camera Model |
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Canon 30D» | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 30D | |
Canon M50« | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | micro | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | Canon M50 | |
Canon T7« » | Y | mono | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon T7 | |
Canon 77D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | Canon 77D | |
Canon M6« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | Canon M6 | |
Canon M100« » | - | stereo | mono | - | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | Y | Canon M100 | |
Canon M3« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | Y | - | Canon M3 | |
Canon 70D« » | Y | stereo | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | Y | - | - | Canon 70D | |
Canon 60D« » | Y | mono | mono | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 60D | |
Canon 7D« » | Y | mono | - | Y | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 7D | |
Canon 50D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | mini | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 50D | |
Canon 40D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon 40D | |
Canon XTi« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon XTi | |
Canon XT« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 2.0 | - | - | - | Canon XT | |
Canon 20D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.1 | - | - | - | Canon 20D | |
Canon 10D« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.1 | - | - | - | Canon 10D | |
Canon Rebel« » | Y | - | - | - | - | - | 1.1 | - | - | - | Canon Rebel |
It is notable that the M50 offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the 30D does not offer wifi capability.
Studio photographers will appreciate that the Canon 30D (unlike the M50) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.
The M50 is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Canon. In contrast, the 30D has been discontinued (but it can be found pre-owned on eBay). As a replacement in the same line of cameras, the 30D was succeeded by the Canon 40D.
Review summary: Canon 30D vs M50
So how do things add up? Is there a clear favorite between the Canon 30D and the Canon M50? Below is a summary of the relative strengths of each of the two contestants.
Advantages of the Canon EOS 30D:
- Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
- Easier setting verification: Features an LCD display on top to control shooting parameters.
- Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (8000/sec vs 4000/sec) to freeze action.
- Longer lasting: Can take more shots (750 versus 235) on a single battery charge.
- Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
- More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in February 2006).
Reasons to prefer the Canon EOS M50:
- More detail: Has more megapixels (24 vs 8.2MP), which boosts linear resolution by 71%.
- Better jpgs: Has a more modern image processing engine (DIGIC 8 vs DIGIC 2).
- Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 4K/24p video.
- Better video autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident movie autofocus.
- More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
- Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.0" vs 2.5") for image review and settings control.
- More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (1040k vs 230k dots).
- More flexible LCD: Has swivel screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
- Fewer buttons to press: Has a touchscreen to facilitate handling and shooting adjustments.
- More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
- Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (10 vs 5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
- More compact: Is smaller (116x88mm vs 144x106mm) and will fit more readily into a bag.
- Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 395g or 50 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
- More legacy lens friendly: Can use many non-native lenses via adapters.
- Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
- Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
- Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
- More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (44 percent cheaper at launch).
- More modern: Reflects 12 years of technical progress since the 30D launch.
If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the M50 is the clear winner of the contest (19 : 6 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera.
In any case, while the comparison of the spec-sheets of cameras can offer a general idea of their imaging potential, it remains incomplete and does no justice, for example, to the way the 30D or the M50 handle or perform in practice. At times, user reviews, such as those published at amazon, address these issues in a useful manner, but such feedback is on many occasions incomplete, inconsistent, and unreliable.
Expert reviews: Canon 30D vs M50
This is why hands-on reviews by experts are important. The adjacent table relays the overall verdicts of several of the most popular camera review sites (cameralabs, dpreview, ephotozine, imaging-resource, photographyblog). You can find the full text of the reviews by clicking on the site logo in the table header.
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Camera Launch (announced) |
Launch Price (USD) |
Street Price (USD) |
Used Price (USD) |
Camera Model |
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Canon 30D» | HiRec | HiRec | rev | rev | - | Feb 2006 | 1,399 | - | Canon 30D | ||
Canon M50« | Rec | 79/100 | - | - | 3.5/5 | Feb 2018 | 779 | Canon M50 | |||
Canon T7« » | rev | - | 3.5/5 | - | 3.5/5 | Feb 2018 | 449 | Canon T7 | |||
Canon 77D« » | - | 82/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Feb 2017 | 899 | Canon 77D | |||
Canon M6« » | - | 80/100 | 4/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Feb 2017 | 779 | Canon M6 | |||
Canon M100« » | Rec | - | 4/5 | - | 3.5/5 | Aug 2017 | 499 | Canon M100 | |||
Canon M3« » | rev | 75/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Feb 2015 | 679 | - | Canon M3 | ||
Canon 70D« » | HiRec | 83/100 | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | Jul 2013 | 1,199 | - | Canon 70D | ||
Canon 60D« » | Rec | 79/100 | 4/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Aug 2010 | 1,399 | - | Canon 60D | ||
Canon 7D« » | HiRec | 84/100 | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Sep 2009 | 1,699 | - | Canon 7D | ||
Canon 50D« » | HiRec | HiRec | 4.5/5 | 5/5 | 4.5/5 | Aug 2008 | 1,299 | - | Canon 50D | ||
Canon 40D« » | HiRec | HiRec | 4.5/5 | rev | 4.5/5 | Aug 2007 | 1,299 | - | Canon 40D | ||
Canon XTi« » | HiRec | HiRec | rev | 4.5/5 | 4/5 | Aug 2006 | 799 | - | Canon XTi | ||
Canon XT« » | 80/100 | HiRec | rev | rev | - | Feb 2005 | 899 | - | Canon XT | ||
Canon 20D« » | - | HiRec | - | rev | - | Aug 2004 | 1,499 | - | Canon 20D | ||
Canon 10D« » | - | HiRec | - | rev | - | Feb 2003 | 1,999 | - | Canon 10D | ||
Canon Rebel« » | - | HiRec | - | rev | - | Aug 2003 | 899 | - | Canon Rebel |
The above review scores should be interpreted with care, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. It should also be noted that some of the review sites have over time altered the way they render their verdicts.
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Specifications: Canon 30D vs Canon M50
Camera Model | Canon 30D | Canon M50 |
Camera Type | Digital single lens reflex | Mirrorless system camera |
Camera Lens | Canon EF mount lenses | Canon EF-M mount lenses |
Launch Date | February 2006 | February 2018 |
Launch Price | USD 1399 | USD 779 |
Sensor Specs | ||
Sensor Technology | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Format | APS-C Sensor | APS-C Sensor |
Sensor Size | 22.5 x 15.0 mm | 22.3 x 15.0 mm |
Sensor Area | 337.5 mm2 | 332.27 mm2 |
Sensor Diagonal | 27 mm | 26.8 mm |
Crop Factor | 1.6x | 1.6x |
Sensor Resolution | 8.2 Megapixels | 24 Megapixels |
Image Resolution | 3504 x 2336 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Pixel Pitch | 6.42 μm | 3.72 μm |
Pixel Density | 2.43 MP/cm2 | 7.22 MP/cm2 |
Moiré control | Anti-Alias filter | Anti-Alias filter |
Movie Capability | no Video | 4K/24p Video |
ISO Setting | 100-1600 ISO | 100-25600 ISO |
ISO Boost | 100-3200 ISO | 100-51200 ISO |
Image Processor | DIGIC 2 | DIGIC 8 |
DXO Sensor Quality (score) | 59 | .. |
DXO Color Depth (bits) | 21.5 | .. |
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) | 10.8 | .. |
DXO Low Light (ISO) | 736 | .. |
Screen Specs | ||
Viewfinder Type | Optical viewfinder | Electronic viewfinder |
Viewfinder Field of View | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.56x | ..x |
Viewfinder Resolution | n/a | 2360k dots |
Top-Level Screen | Control Panel | no Top Display |
LCD Framing | n/a | Live View |
Rear LCD Size | 2.5 inch | 3.0 inch |
LCD Resolution | 230k dots | 1040k dots |
LCD Attachment | Fixed screen | Swivel screen |
Touch Input | no Touchscreen | Touchscreen |
Shooting Specs | ||
Autofocus System | Phase-detect AF | Contrast-detect AF |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous Shooting | 5 shutter flaps/s | 10 shutter flaps/s |
Fill Flash | Build-in Flash | Build-in Flash |
Storage Medium | CF cards | SDXC cards |
Second Storage Option | Single card slot | Single card slot |
Connectivity Specs | ||
External Flash | Hotshoe | Hotshoe |
Studio Flash | PC Sync socket | no PC Sync |
USB Connector | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
HDMI Port | no HDMI | micro HDMI |
Microphone Port | no MIC socket | External MIC port |
Wifi Support | no Wifi | Wifi built-in |
Near-Field Communication | no NFC | NFC built-in |
Bluetooth Support | no Bluetooth | Bluetooth built-in |
Body Specs | ||
Battery Type | BP-511A power pack | LP-E12 power pack |
Battery Life (CIPA) | 750 shots per charge | 235 shots per charge |
Body Dimensions |
144 x 106 x 74 mm (5.7 x 4.2 x 2.9 in) |
116 x 88 x 59 mm (4.6 x 3.5 x 2.3 in) |
Camera Weight | 785 g (27.7 oz) | 390 g (13.8 oz) |
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