Canon EOS Kiss M2 vs Canon EOS M50
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS Kiss M2 and Canon EOS M50. 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 M50 was released 2018. That is a 2 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 M50 | 2018 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are Mirrorless cameras. No difference there.
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 M50 | 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 M50 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 M50 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 25600.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 100-25600 |
Canon EOS M50 | 100-25600 |
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
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS M50 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 M50
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 M50 can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 10 |
Canon EOS M50 | 10 |
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 M50 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 M50 weighs 390 gr (equal to 0.86 lb) which is 1% 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 M50 | 390 gr 0.86 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 vs Canon EOS M50 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS Kiss M2 and Canon EOS M50, 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 M50 |
Name | Canon EOS Kiss M2 | Canon EOS M50 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
Release Year | 2020 | 2018 |
Release Date | 2020-10-14 | 2018-02-26 |
MSRP | 599 USD | 779 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
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 8 |
Image |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 100 - 25600 |
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 M50 |
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 | 143 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M 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 M50 |
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 | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.62x | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 2360000 | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
Frames per second | 10 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 5 meters | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
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 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Yes Built-in ( 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (via Smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Canon EOS M50 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery Details |
LP-E12 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E12 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 305 shots | 235 shots |
Width | 116 mm | 116 mm |
Height | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Depth | 59 mm | 59 mm |
Weight | 387 gram | 390 gram |