Canon EOS Kiss M2 vs Canon EOS 80D
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss M2 and Canon EOS 80D. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS Kiss M2 were released 2020 and Canon EOS 80D was released 2016. That is a 4 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 2020 |
Canon EOS 80D | 2016 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS Kiss M2 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS 80D is a DSLR camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS 80D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Both these cameras have the exact same resolution. Canon EOS Kiss M2 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS 80D has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS 80D |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Canon EOS Kiss M2 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 80D. Canon EOS Kiss M2 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS 80D has 100 to 16000.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 100-25600 |
Canon EOS 80D | 100-16000 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS Kiss M2 belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss M2
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 80D
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS Kiss M2 can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS 80D can shoot up to 7 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 10 |
Canon EOS 80D | 7 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS Kiss M2 and Canon EOS 80D can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 80D weighs 730 gr (equal to 1.61 lb) which is 89% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss M2 and its 387 gr (or 0.85 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 387 gr 0.85 lb |
Canon EOS 80D | 730 gr 1.61 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 vs Canon EOS 80D Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss M2 and Canon EOS 80D, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Name | Canon EOS Kiss M2 | Canon EOS 80D |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Release Year | 2020 | 2016 |
Release Date | 2020-10-14 | 2016-02-18 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 1199 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 6000 x 4000 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 8 | DIGIC 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 16000 |
White Balance Presets | 7 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 143 | 45 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | No | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.62x | 0.95× (0.59× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 7 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 5 meters | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in (802.11/b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (Wired, wireless, or via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS 80D |
Enviromentally sealed | No | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E12 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E6N lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 305 shots | 960 shots |
Width | 116 mm | 139 mm |
Height | 88 mm | 105 mm |
Depth | 59 mm | 79 mm |
Weight | 387 gram | 730 gram |