EOS M10vs X-E3
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Casual & Everyday — EOS M10 (2015): The EOS M10 is Canon's most basic EF-M mirrorless — small, stylish, and approachable, with 18MP and a tilting touchscreen. It lacks the specs of newer EF-M bodies but delivers solid results for everyday shooting and represents an affordable entry into the Canon mirrorless ecosystem.
Street & Travel — X-E3 (2017): The X-E3 is the lightest Fujifilm interchangeable-lens camera with the 24.3MP X-Trans III sensor. Its slim, compact body appeals to street photographers who find the X-T line too bulky. The touchscreen joystick and Bluetooth connection are welcome additions. 4K is technically available but limited to 15fps — this is a stills-first camera. An excellent compact travel camera at used-market prices.
Who should buy what
EOS M10 (2015)
- Absolute beginners wanting their first interchangeable-lens camera
- Casual photographers who want a stylish, compact EF-M body
- Anyone wanting a low-cost entry into the Canon EF-M ecosystem
- Users who prioritise size and simplicity over performance
X-E3 (2017)
- Street photographers who want Fujifilm colours
- Travel photographers prioritising size
- Minimalist camera users
Quick take: The x-e3 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m10 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M10 (2015) | X-E3 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £300 |
| Sensor | 18MP APS-C CMOS | 24.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS III |
| Resolution | 18.0MP | 24.3MP |
| Video | 1080p/30p | 4K/15p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid CMOS AF III (phase-detect + contrast-detect) | Phase-detect AF, face detection |
| Stabilisation | — | None |
| Burst Rate | 4.6fps | 8fps (electronic shutter up to 14fps) |
| Battery Life | ~250 shots (CIPA) | ~350 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 284g (with battery and card) | 337g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 108.6 × 66.5 × 32.3mm | 121.3 × 73.9 × 42.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.62× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" touchscreen (fixed), 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-II slot |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC | USB 3.0, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M10 | X-E3 |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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