EOS M50vs M10
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
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.
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 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
M10 (2017)
- Serious photographers who want to slow down
- Street and documentary photographers
- Leica M-mount lens owners
Quick take: The eos m50 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the eos m50 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M50 (2018) | M10 (2017) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £4,000 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 24MP Full-Frame CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 24.0MP |
| Video | 4K/24p (crop, no Dual Pixel AF), 1080p/60p | — |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and subject detection | Manual focus (rangefinder coupled) |
| Stabilisation | — | None |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 5fps |
| Battery Life | ~235 shots (CIPA) | ~220 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 387g (body only) | 660g (with battery) |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm | 139 × 80 × 38.5mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | Optical rangefinder, 0.73× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M 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 | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M50 | M10 |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Astrophotography | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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