Casual & Vlogging — EOS M200 (2019): The EOS M200 is Canon's most approachable APS-C mirrorless — slim, light, and simple, with Dual Pixel AF that makes sharp results effortless. No EVF and no IBIS keep it firmly entry-level, but for first-time buyers stepping up from a smartphone, it delivers reliable, confidence-inspiring results in a genuinely compact package.
Beginner, Family, Travel — A6100 (2019): Best autofocus in its class for the price.
Who should buy what
EOS M200 (2019)
A6100 (2019)
Quick take: The a6100 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m200 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M200 (2019) | A6100 (2019) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £300 | £549 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | APS-C Exmor CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 24.2MP |
| Video | 4K/24p (crop), 1080p/60p | 4K 30fps |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and eye detection | 425-point phase-detect, real-time tracking |
| Stabilisation | — | None |
| Burst Rate | 6.1fps | 11fps |
| Battery Life | ~315 shots (CIPA) | 420 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 299g (with battery and card) | 396g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 108.2 × 67.1 × 35.1mm | 119.9 × 66.9 × 59.4mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None | EVF 0.39" 1.44M-dot |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" tilting touchscreen, 921k-dot |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Sony E-Mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | SD UHS-I / Memory Stick |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, Micro USB, Micro HDMI |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M200 | A6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Casual |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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