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.
Creative Film Shooters Who Want More From Their Half-Frame — Ektar H35N (2023): Everything the H35 was, plus a multiple-exposure mode that opens up a world of creative in-camera double exposures. The natural upgrade for H35 fans.
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EOS M50 (2018)
Quick take: The ektar h35n is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M50 (2018) | Ektar H35N (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £50 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 35mm half-frame (18 × 24mm) |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | — |
| Video | 4K/24p (crop, no Dual Pixel AF), 1080p/60p | N/A — film camera |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and subject detection | Fixed focus (~1m to ∞) |
| Stabilisation | — | N/A — film camera |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | Manual wind-on; multiple-exposure lever |
| Battery Life | ~235 shots (CIPA) | 1× AA alkaline battery |
| Weight | 387g (body only) | ~130g (without battery) |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm | 107 × 64 × 38mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | Improved optical viewfinder with clearer framelines |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | N/A |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | 35mm film (ISO 100–400 recommended) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | 35mm 135-format film cartridge |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | N/A |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M50 | Ektar H35N |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Everyday | — | |
| Low Light | — | |
| Landscape | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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