Sony Alpha a6700 Black 2023
Canon EOS M5
What Buyers Say
Sony Alpha a6700 Black 2023
The Sony A6700 is widely praised for its exceptional autofocus, compact size, and impressive image quality, making it a popular upgrade for both enthusiasts and professionals. However, several users report overheating issues, occasional defects like dust in the viewfinder or lens, and the lack of a battery charger in the box. Despite these drawbacks, most reviewers find it a worthy investment, especially for travel and wildlife photography.
Pros
- Exceptional autofocus
- Compact and lightweight
- Great image quality
- Excellent video capabilities
- Improved battery life
Cons
- Overheating issues
- No battery charger included
- Dust in viewfinder/lens
- Occasional defects
- No built-in flash
Canon EOS M5
The Canon EOS M5 is highly praised for its compact size, lightweight build, and excellent image quality. Users appreciate the mechanical controls and the 18-150mm lens as a versatile travel combo. Some note the lack of 4K video and silent mode, but overall it's considered a great value, especially with deals.
Pros
- Compact and lightweight
- Excellent image quality
- Mechanical controls
- Versatile 18-150mm lens
- Fast and accurate autofocus
Cons
- No 4K video
- No silent mode
- No headphone jack
- No panoramic mode
- Plastic build
Scores
Specifications
| Sony Alpha a6700 | Canon EOS M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Size | aps-c | aps-c |
| Megapixels | 26 MP★ | 24.200000762939453 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | BIONZ XR | DIGIC 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | No data | |
| AF Type | PhotoPhase Detection: 759VideoPhase Detection: 495 | -1 to +18 EV |
| Eye AF | ✓★ | — |
| Animal AF | ✓★ | — |
| Subject Detection | ✓★ | — |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 11 fps★ | 9 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 11 fps★ | — |
| Max Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/4000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K★ | 1080p |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps★ | — |
| 1080p FPS | 240 fps★ | 60 fps |
| 10-bit | ✓★ | — |
| Log Profile | ✓★ | — |
| RAW Video | ✓★ | — |
| Codec | XAVC HS, XAVC S-I | — |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3" | 3.2"★ |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 2.4M dots | 2.4M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓★ | — |
| Weight | 0.41 kg | 0.30 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 550 shots★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C★ | — |
| HDMI | Micro HDMI★ | — |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Sony Alpha a6700 Black 2023
- Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong af (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Below average affordability (23rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (34th percentile)
Canon EOS M5
- Strong sensor (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong stabilization (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong evf (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong display (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Below average build (12th percentile)12th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 92 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 18 of 33 specs.
