Canon EOS M3

Canon takes a big step forward in the mirrorless camera market with the EOS M3, but it still lags behind the competition.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • 24.2 Megapixel CMOS (APS C) sensor, ISO 100–12800 (expandable to H: 25600) and DIGIC 6 Image Processor can help capture photos and videos with stunning detail even in challenging lighting situations
  • Hybrid CMOS AF III helps provide fast and accurate focusing for stills and videos
  • Front Dial and Exposure Compensation Dial help provide full manual control and offer customizable functions as well as improved operability and ease of use
  • Create Full HD 1920x1080 movies at 24p and 30p in MP4 format with ease using manual movie control
  • Intuitive touch screen 3.0 tilt type (180° up/45° down) LCD monitor (approximately 1,040,000 dots) can be perfect for selfies and allows for quick focusing and shooting, easy menu navigation and simple viewing of images and videos
  • Easily transfer images and videos to a compatible smartphone, tablet or Canon Connect Station CS100 device with built in Wi Fi and NFC capability, and share on social networking sites or view on an HDTV
  • Compatible with EF M lenses as well as the full line of EF* and EF S* Lenses (*using Mount Adapter EF EOS M; not included) and Speedlites for expanded creativity

PROS

+ Sturdy, compact body.
+ Tilting rear touch display.
+ In-body flash.
+ Wi-Fi with NFC.
+ Mounts Canon SLR lenses via adapter.

CONS

- EVF is an expensive add-on.
- Slow autofocus.
- Limited shooting buffer.
- Cramped controls.

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on October 30, 2015
Canon takes a big step forward in the mirrorless camera market with the EOS M3, but it still lags behind the competition.
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By Tom's Guide on November 04, 2015
The Canon EOS M3 offers good image quality in a compact design, but there are better mirrorless cameras in this price range.
70
By TrustedReviews on February 06, 2015
The Canon EOS M3 is the third stab at a CSC from what is still probably the biggest name in cameras. It follows the 2012
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By TrustedReviews on February 06, 2015
One of the real camera-sinking issues of the original
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