EOS M50 IIvs Lumix S5 IIvs Nikon D7500
Which should you buy?
Beginners & Vlogging — EOS M50 II (2020): Canon's most approachable mirrorless — Dual Pixel AF and beautiful colour science in a beginner-friendly body.
Hybrid Video & Photography — Lumix S5 II (2023): Phase-detect AF changed everything for Lumix — the S5 II delivers exceptional hybrid performance with 6K video and genuine full-frame value.
Sports, Travel & Dslr Shooters — Nikon D7500 (2017): The D500's BSI sensor in a compact, weather-sealed body — excellent high-ISO performance and DSLR reliability at a great price.
Who should buy what
EOS M50 II (2020)
- You want your first mirrorless camera at the lowest possible price
- You're a vlogger or content creator just starting out
- Note: EF-M mount is discontinued — consider the EOS R50 for a future-proof system
Lumix S5 II (2023)
- You want a capable full-frame hybrid with strong video credentials and reliable autofocus
- You're considering switching from Sony or Canon and want something genuinely different
- You shoot weddings, events, or documentary and need dependable full-frame performance
Nikon D7500 (2017)
- You're deeply invested in Nikon F-mount glass and aren't ready to switch systems
- You shoot wildlife or sport and still prefer an optical viewfinder response
- Note: consider the Z5 II or Z6 III if you're open to mirrorless for a future-proof investment
Quick take: The lumix s5 ii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m50 ii is the most affordable; only the lumix s5 ii, nikon d7500 are weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M50 II (2020) | Lumix S5 II (2023) | Nikon D7500 (2017) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £449 | £1,999 | £899 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS | 24.2MP full-frame BSI CMOS | 20.9MP APS-C BSI CMOS (D500 sensor) |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 24.2MP | 20.9MP |
| Video | 4K/25p (cropped), 1080p/60p | 6K/30p, 4K/60p, C4K/60p, V-Log | 4K/30p (slight crop), FHD/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF, 143 AF points, eye detection | Phase-detect AF with subject/face/eye detection | Multi-CAM 3500FX II, 51 points (15 cross-type) |
| Stabilisation | None (no IBIS) | 5-axis IBIS (up to 6.5-stop with OIS lenses) | None (no IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 30fps electronic / 7fps mechanical | 8fps mechanical |
| Battery Life | ~305 shots (CIPA) | 740 shots (CIPA) | ~950 shots (CIPA with OVF) |
| Weight | 387g body only | 740g body only | 640g body only |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm | 134.3 × 102.3 × 90.1mm | 135.5 × 104.0 × 72.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | EVF, 2.36M dots, 0.39× | 0.76" OLED EVF, 3.68M dots | Optical pentaprism, 100% coverage, 0.94× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" vari-angle touchscreen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen | 3.2" tilting touchscreen |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Leica L-mount | Nikon F-mount (DX) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Dual SD UHS-II | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, micro HDMI | USB-C 3.1, HDMI full-size, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | USB Micro-B, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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