EOS M10vs RX100 VI
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.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
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
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The rx100 vi has the highest resolution at 20mp; the eos m10 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M10 (2015) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £700 |
| Sensor | 18MP APS-C CMOS | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 18.0MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/30p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Hybrid CMOS AF III (phase-detect + contrast-detect) | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | — | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 4.6fps | 24fps |
| Battery Life | ~250 shots (CIPA) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 284g (with battery and card) | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 108.6 × 66.5 × 32.3mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M10 | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Wildlife | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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