24Mp APSC format sensor, Excellent interface, Plenty of control
Limited EFM mount lens range, Frustrating autofocus system, No viewfinder builtin
While the M3 is very capable, the 18-55mm kit limits detail resolution significantly and the autofocus system has a habit of focusing on the background rather than the subject...
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Published: 2015-05-06, Author: terry , review by: dpexpert.com.au
The image quality, both in jpeg and RAW, is excellent. Up to ISO 3200 noise is not an issue. Even jpegs have fine noise reduction that doesn't degrade the image and when the large 24 million pixel image is reduced to A4 size for printing noise is invisibl
The eyelevel electronic viewfinder is an expensive option
This camera is not sold in the US because even though it has all the important features of a DSLR it doesn't have the size and ostentation. The image quality is the same as for the bigger Canons. The LCD gives more information in shooting mode than you ge...
A very well-designed mirrorless interchangeable-lens camera, the EOS M3 offers high-quality photos
It's slow, with a relatively limited feature set for the price
The Canon EOS M3 offers DSLR-quality photos and decent performance, but its feature set is average and the dearth of lenses shows a lack of commitment by Canon....
Although the EOS M3 is better configured for photo enthusiasts, the lack of a built-in EVF remains a serious barrier to its acceptance as a serious enthusiast's or pro photographer's camera – even as a back-up body. The small buffer capacity for raw files...
Because the ageing EOS M is nearly three years old, the arrival of the EOS M3 needed to deliver a knockout blow. While the handling and ease of use are certainly there, the autofocus, while much improved, could still be faster. Overall image quality is de...
Good RAW image quality, Improved autofocus performance, Great build quality, Compatible with Canon DSLR lenses (via adapter)
Video is limited to 1080/30p, JPEG image quality isn't great, Stronger competing models exist
Yes, if you are a current Canon DSLR shooter in need of a smaller, budget camera. Combined with the EF lens adapter, the M3 is the easiest way to continue using your existing lenses. This can save you a lot of money in the long run, but know that native E...
Published: 2016-02-03, Author: Chris , review by: reviewed.com
Swing and a miss Any shopper could be forgiven for reading the M3's spec sheet and concluding that it's a great bargain. But the fact of the matter is that the EOS M3 falls far short of the sum of its parts. It's got a lot of impressive pieces of tech...
Photo answers review Photo answers rating Canon was late to the CSC party, launching the original EOS M in 2012 and following up with the (Japan-only) EOS M2 in 2013. So, for UK shooters, the EOS M3 is the true successor to the original and is competi...
At £515, the EOS M3 is keenly priced considering its upmarket controls and superb image quality. If you're quick, there a £50 cashback offer www.canon.co.uk/summercashback until 19 August 2015. There are lots of bundle deals too, with some including a piv...
