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- Specifications
Marketed | September 2012 |
Original Price | Open price |
Inheriting the EOS series’s basic concepts of high speed, ease of use and high image quality, the EOS M delivers high-image-quality performance on par with the EOS lineup and, employing a non-reflex operating system, achieves a lightweight, compact body design. In addition, in response to entry-level users who wish to capture even higher quality pictures with more ease, the camera features an interchangeable-lens system that supports the use of not only new dedicated EF-M lenses, but also Canon’s extensive lineup of EF lenses.*1
Boasting a level of image quality that has come to represent the Canon EOS series, the EOS M incorporates an approximately 18.0-megapixel APS-C size CMOS sensor and DIGIC 5 image processor comparable to those used in EOS digital single-lens reflex (SLR) cameras. Canon’s proprietary CMOS sensor and the DIGIC 5 image processor make possible a maximum standard ISO sensitivity that has been expanded to ISO12800,*2 which can be extended to ISO25600, enabling high-quality image capture with reduced noise even in low-light environments. Furthermore, because high-sensitivity settings allow faster shutter speeds, users can curb hand-shake and subject blur during handheld shooting or when capturing moving subjects. The camera’s sensor employs Hybrid AF, which makes use of both phase and contrast AF to deliver smooth focusing performance that is fast and accurate. When capturing video, the Movie Servo AF function realizes continuous smooth focusing, even when shooting moving subjects.
Employing a non-reflex system and a newly developed lens mount, the Canon EOS M features a body design that is significantly smaller in size and lighter in weight compared with digital SLR cameras. In addition to offering a high-quality, stylish design, the new interchangeable-lens EOS M employs a shutter button with the same operational feel as the EOS series as well as a grip designed to provide optimal holding performance. Supporting a wide range of user preferences, the camera comes available in four body color variations: black, silver, red and white.*3
*1 Using any EF interchangeable lens other than EF-M lenses requires the optional Mount Adapter EF-EOS M. When using the Mount Adapter EF-EOS M, focus is fixed at the first frame during continuous shooting.
*2 Maximum ISO sensitivity during video recording is automatically set at ISO6400.
*3 Available body colors may vary depending on the region.
Type | |
Type | Digital single-lens non-reflex AF/AE camera |
Recording media | SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory card * Compatible with UHS-I |
Image sensor size | Approx. 22.3 x 14.9 mm |
Compatible lenses | Canon EF-M, EF*, and EF-S* lenses * Mount Adapter EF-EOS M required. |
Lens mount | Canon EF-M mount |
Image Sensor | |
Type | CMOS sensor |
Effective pixels | Approx. 18.00 megapixels |
Recording System | |
Recording format | Design rule for Camera File System (DCF) 2.0 |
Image type | JPEG, RAW (14-bit Canon original) RAW+JPEG Large simultaneous recording possible |
Autofocus | |
Type | Hybrid CMOS AF System |
AF points | 31 points (Max.) |
Focusing brightness range | EV 1 – 18 (at 23°C/73°F, ISO 100) |
Focus modes | AF, Manual (MF), AF+MF |
AF-assist beam | Built-in (LED lamp) |
Exposure Control | |
Metering modes | Real-time metering with image sensor Evaluative metering (315 zones), Partial metering (approx. 11% of Live View screen), Spot metering (approx. 2.8% of Live View screen), Center-weighted average metering |
ISO speed (Recommended exposure index) | Basic Zone modes*: ISO 100 – 6400 set automatically * Handheld Night Scene: |
Shutter | |
Type | Electronically-controlled, focal-plane shutter |
Shutter speeds | 1/4000 sec. to 1/60 sec. (Scene Intelligent Auto mode), X-sync at 1/200 sec. 1/4000 sec. to 30 sec., Bulb (Total shutter speed range. Available range varies by shooting mode.) |
Drive System | |
Drive modes | Single shooting, continuous shooting, self-timer with 10-sec. or 2-sec. delay and 10-sec. delay with continuous shooting |
Continuous shooting speed | Max. approx. 4.3 shots/sec. |
Movie Shooting | |
Movie compression | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 Variable (average) bit rate |
Audio recording format | Linear PCM |
Recording format | MOV |
LCD Monitor | |
Type | TFT color liquid-crystal monitor |
Monitor size and dots | Wide, 7.7 cm (3.0-in.) (3:2) with approx. 1.04 million dots |
Brightness adjustment | Manual (7 levels) |
Feature guide | Displayable |
Interface | |
Audio/video OUT/ Digital terminal |
Analog video (compatible with NTSC/PAL)/stereo audio output Personal computer communication and direct printing (Hi-Speed USB equivalent), GPS receiver GP-E2 connection |
HDMI mini OUT terminal | Type C (auto switching of resolution), CEC-compatible |
External microphone IN terminal |
3.5 mm diameter stereo mini-jack |
Wireless remote control | Remote Controller RC-6 |
Eye-Fi card | Compatible |
Power | |
Battery | Battery Pack LP-E12 (Quantity 1) * AC power can be supplied via AC Adapter Kit ACK-E12 |
Dimensions and Weight | |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | Approx. 108.6 x 66.5 x 32.3 mm / 4.3 x 2.6 x 1.3 in. |
Weight | Approx. 298 g / 10.5 oz. (CIPA Guidelines: including body, battery pack, card), Approx. 262 g / 9.2 oz. (Body only, without lens cap) |
Operation Environment | |
Working temperature range | 0°C – 40°C / 32°F – 104°F |
Working humidity | 85% or less |