EOS M5vs M10
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Travel & Portrait — EOS M5 (2016): The EOS M5 was the first EF-M camera with a built-in EVF — and it made the system feel complete. Fast Dual Pixel AF, a 9fps burst, and a high-resolution articulating screen deliver a confident shooting experience. No IBIS and 1080p video only limit its appeal for hybrid work, but for stills photographers it remains one of the most well-rounded EF-M bodies available.
Street & Documentary — M10 (2017): The M10 returned Leica to its roots — thinner, cleaner, and video-free by design. The 24MP sensor is the perfect resolution for a manual-focus rangefinder. The simplified control layout respects the M tradition without digital clutter. A camera for photographers who want to slow down and engage with every frame. One of the most satisfying cameras to use — assuming you have M-mount glass to pair with it.
Who should buy what
EOS M5 (2016)
- Enthusiast photographers who want an EVF in a compact EF-M body
- Photographers switching from DSLR who want familiar handling
- Portrait and travel photographers who value fast AF and good ergonomics
- Used-market buyers wanting a capable EF-M stills camera
M10 (2017)
- Serious photographers who want to slow down
- Street and documentary photographers
- Leica M-mount lens owners
Quick take: The eos m5 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m5 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M5 (2016) | M10 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £4,000 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 24MP Full-Frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.0MP |
| Video | 1080p/60p | — |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face detection | Manual focus (rangefinder coupled) |
| Stabilisation | — | None |
| Burst Rate | 9fps | 5fps |
| Battery Life | ~295 shots (CIPA) | ~220 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 427g (body only) | 660g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 116.2 × 88.1 × 60.6mm | 139 × 80 × 38.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | Optical rangefinder, 0.73× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M dots | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Leica M-mount |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M5 | M10 |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Casual | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Astrophotography | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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