EOS M100vs EOS M50
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Casual & Everyday — EOS M100 (2017): The EOS M100 is Canon's most stripped-back EF-M camera — small, simple, and focused on making great photos easy. Dual Pixel AF, 24MP, and a tilting touchscreen are its strengths; no EVF, no IBIS, and no 4K are its compromises. A solid, affordable first mirrorless for casual photographers who want more than a smartphone.
Casual & Vlogging — EOS M50 (2018): The EOS M50 is the most complete-feeling entry-level EF-M camera — built-in EVF, fully articulating screen, Dual Pixel AF, and a well-designed compact body. Its 4K video carries a significant crop and loses Dual Pixel AF, making 1080p the practical option — but for stills and casual video, it remains an excellent used-market buy.
Who should buy what
EOS M100 (2017)
- Smartphone users wanting their first interchangeable-lens camera
- Casual photographers who want APS-C quality in a slim, stylish body
- Anyone wanting a simple, affordable EF-M entry point
- Students and beginners learning photography
EOS M50 (2018)
- Beginner photographers who want an EVF in a compact mirrorless
- Vloggers who want face-tracking AF and a flip screen
- Students stepping up to their first mirrorless camera
- Used-market shoppers wanting a well-rounded EF-M package
Quick take: The eos m100 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m100 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M100 (2017) | EOS M50 (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £200 | £350 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | 4K/24p (crop, no Dual Pixel AF), 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and subject detection | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and subject detection |
| Burst Rate | 6.1fps | 10fps |
| Battery Life | ~295 shots (CIPA) | ~235 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 302g (with battery and card) | 387g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 108.2 × 67.1 × 35.1mm | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type |
| Screen | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Canon EF-M mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M100 | EOS M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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