EOS M50vs G85
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.
Travel & Video — G85 (2016): The G85 is the definitive enthusiast MFT package — combining 4K/30p, Dual I.S. 2 stabilisation, and weather sealing in an affordable, well-built body. It lacks phase-detect AF (contrast-detect only) but covers travel, landscape, and casual video effectively. One of the best-value used-market MFT cameras available — a practical, capable companion for photographers who want reliability over cutting-edge specs.
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
G85 (2016)
- Travel photographers who want weather sealing on a budget
- Vloggers and hybrid shooters
- MFT system users stepping up from entry-level
Quick take: The eos m50 has the highest resolution at 24mp; only the g85 is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | EOS M50 (2018) | G85 (2016) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £350 | £350 |
| Sensor | 24.1MP APS-C CMOS (Dual Pixel) | 16MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS (no low-pass filter) |
| Resolution | 24.1MP | 16.0MP |
| Video | 4K/24p (crop, no Dual Pixel AF), 1080p/60p | 4K/30p, 1080p/60p |
| Autofocus | Dual Pixel CMOS AF with face and subject detection | Contrast-detect AF, DFD technology |
| Stabilisation | — | 5-axis Dual I.S. 2 (body + lens) |
| Burst Rate | 10fps | 9fps |
| Battery Life | ~235 shots (CIPA) | ~330 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 387g (body only) | 426g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 116.3 × 88.1 × 58.7mm | 128.4 × 89.2 × 74.3mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.39" type | Electronic, 2.36M dots, 0.74× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.04M dots |
| Mount | Canon EF-M mount | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Single SD UHS-I slot | Single SD UHS-I slot |
| Connectivity | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC | USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, NFC |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | EOS M50 | G85 |
|---|---|---|
| Casual | — | |
| Travel | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Street | ||
| Sports & Action | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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