Canon EOS M5
The Dual Pixel CMOS AF system and DIGIC 7 processor drive quick, accurate focus for 9fps bursts and smooth 1080p/60 video, stabilized by 5-axis Digital IS. Its 2.36m-dot EVF with touch-and-drag AF and 3.2-inch tilting touchscreen provide intuitive control in a lightweight 301g body. Best for product photographers and YouTubers shooting static 1080p content who need reliable autofocus without sacrificing portability.
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Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong sensor (92nd percentile) 92nd
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile) 89th
- Strong evf (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong display (88th percentile) 88th
Cons
- Below average build (12th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 8 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Sensor
| Type | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 24.2 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 |
| Processor | DIGIC 7 |
Autofocus
| AF Type | -1 to +18 EV |
Shooting
| Burst (Mechanical) | 9 |
| Max Shutter | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | No |
Video
| Max Resolution | 1080p |
| 1080p FPS | 60 |
Display & EVF
| Screen Size | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Articulating | Yes |
| EVF Resolution | 2.36 M dots |
Build
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.7 lbs |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Hot Shoe | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Canon EOS M5 | Sony Cinema Line FX30 | Fujifilm X-H2 | Panasonic Lumix G G9 II | OM System OM-1 Mark II | Nikon Z Z6 III |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | mirrorless | cinema | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless | mirrorless |
| Sensor | 24.2MP aps-c | 26MP aps-c | 40.2MP aps-c | 25.2MP micro-four-thirds | 20.4MP micro-four-thirds | 24.5MP full-frame |
| AF Points | - | 759 | 425 | 779 | 1053 | 299 |
| Burst FPS | 9 | 120 | 15 | 75 | 120 | 20 |
| Video | 1080p | 4K @120fps | 8K @60fps | 4K @120fps | 4K @60fps | 6K @120fps |
| IBIS | true | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weather Sealed | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Weight (g) | 301 | 646 | 579 | 575 | 511 | 670 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | AF | EVF | Build | Burst | Video | Sensor | Battery | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof | Affordability | Stabilization |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canon EOS M5 | 38.2 | 87.7 | 12.4 | 70.3 | 54.3 | 91.9 | 47 | 65.1 | 69.7 | 70.3 | 55.6 | 89.1 |
| Sony Cinema Line FX30 Compare | 97 | 87.7 | 95.6 | 99.6 | 92.3 | 95.4 | 96.7 | 82.5 | 96.1 | 94.2 | 16.9 | 89.1 |
| Fujifilm X-H2 Compare | 92.4 | 96.9 | 94.6 | 82.4 | 95.4 | 98.9 | 97.8 | 82.5 | 96.1 | 89.6 | 23.8 | 95.9 |
| Panasonic Lumix G G9 II Compare | 98 | 91.8 | 94.5 | 96.2 | 97.6 | 63.8 | 91.9 | 94.4 | 96.1 | 89.6 | 21.9 | 89.1 |
| OM System OM-1 Mark II Compare | 98.8 | 99.8 | 91.5 | 99.6 | 85.1 | 51.6 | 96 | 82.5 | 96.1 | 89.6 | 17.5 | 99.6 |
| Nikon Z Z6 III Compare | 89.9 | 96.9 | 96.6 | 94.9 | 96.6 | 61.6 | 91.5 | 65.1 | 96.1 | 98.1 | 20.9 | 89.1 |
Price
Value & Pricing
We started tracking prices for this product on May 26, 2026. The chart appears once we have more data.
Usage Scores
- Overall59.7
- Video61.2
- Travel42.1
- Youtube58.9
- Beginner70.5
- Vlogging57.3
- Streaming56.9
- Photography62.5
- Wedding Events49.1
- Sports Wildlife45.2
- Product Photography72.4
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