EOS M3vs EOS M50
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Casual & Everyday — EOS M3 (2015): The EOS M3 was a meaningful upgrade over the original EOS M — bringing 24MP, a tilting touchscreen, and improved Hybrid CMOS AF III. Video tops out at 1080p/30p and burst shooting is modest, but for stills photographers wanting affordable APS-C quality, the M3 is a competent used-market option.
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 M3 (2015)
- Photographers who want affordable 24MP APS-C quality on a budget
- Casual shooters who want a compact EF-M camera with a tilting screen
- Users looking for an affordable entry into the Canon EF-M ecosystem
- Used-market buyers wanting a capable but inexpensive mirrorless
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 m3 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m3 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M3 (2015) | EOS M50 (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £150 | £350 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/30p | 4K/24p (crop, no Dual Pixel AF), 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Hybrid CMOS AF III (phase-detect + contrast-detect) | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and subject detection |
| Burst Rate | 4.2fps | 10fps |
| Battery Life | ~250 shots (CIPA) | ~235 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 366g (body only) | 387g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 110.9 × 68.0 × 44.4mm | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | None (optional EVF-DC1 accessory) | 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, NFC | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M3 | EOS M50 |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | ||
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Sports & Action |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
More comparisons with EOS M3
Camera family history