EOS Mvs EOS M5vs PowerShot G7X Mark II
Canon
EOS M (2012)
Starting from £80 new
Best for Canon mirrorless history & EF-M collectors
View EOS M
Canon
PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016)
Starting from £350 new
Best for Travel & Vlogging
View PowerShot G7X Mark II
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Canon Mirrorless History & Ef-M Collectors — EOS M (2012): Canon's first mirrorless — a historic body that broke new ground with touch-AF and EF-M, but its sluggish contrast-detect system quickly became its Achilles heel.
Travel & Portrait — EOS M5 (2016): The EOS M5 was the first EF-M camera with a built-in EVF — and it made the system feel complete. Fast Dual Pixel AF, a 9fps burst, and a high-resolution articulating screen deliver a confident shooting experience. No IBIS and 1080p video only limit its appeal for hybrid work, but for stills photographers it remains one of the most well-rounded EF-M bodies available.
Travel & Vlogging — PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016): The G7X Mark II is one of the most popular compact cameras ever made — and for good reason. A fast f/1.8-2.8 lens, 20MP 1-inch sensor, flip-up selfie screen, and Micro USB charging combine in one of the most vlog-friendly compact cameras available. No 4K and no EVF are the main compromises, but the G7X II remains outstanding value on the used market.
Who should buy what
EOS M (2012)
- Canon shooters who want the camera that started Canon's mirrorless story
- Budget first-time mirrorless buyers who already own EF/EF-S glass
- Collectors of significant digital camera milestones
EOS M5 (2016)
- Enthusiast photographers who want an EVF in a compact EF-M body
- Photographers switching from DSLR who want familiar handling
- Portrait and travel photographers who value fast AF and good ergonomics
- Used-market buyers wanting a capable EF-M stills camera
PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016)
- Vloggers and content creators who want a compact, selfie-screen camera
- Travel photographers who want 1-inch quality in a coat pocket
- Casual photographers stepping up from a smartphone
- Used-market buyers wanting G7X quality at a lower price
Quick take: The eos m5 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M (2012) | EOS M5 (2016) | PowerShot G7X Mark II (2016) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £80 | £350 | £350 |
| Sensor | 18MP APS-C CMOS | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI CMOS |
| Resolution | 18.0MP | 24.2MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 1080p 30fps | 1080p/60p | 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF only — notoriously slow | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face detection | Contrast-detect AF with face detection |
| Stabilisation | — | — | Optical IS (lens) |
| Burst Rate | 4fps | 9fps | 8fps |
| Battery Life | ~230 shots (CIPA) | ~295 shots (CIPA) | ~265 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 262g (body only) | 427g (body only) | 319g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 108.6 × 66.5 × 32.3mm | 116.2 × 88.1 × 60.6mm | 105.5 × 60.9 × 42.2mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None (optional EVF accessory) | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | None |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" flip-up touchscreen (180°), 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Canon EF-M mount | Fixed Canon 24-100mm f/1.8-2.8 (equivalent) |
| Memory Cards | 1× SD/SDHC/SDXC | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0 | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M | EOS M5 | PowerShot G7X Mark II |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casual | |||
| Travel | |||
| Street | |||
| Portrait | |||
| Vlogging & Video | |||
| Landscape | — | ||
| Sports & Action | — | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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