Canon EOS M3 vs Canon EOS Rebel T4i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS M3 and Canon EOS Rebel T4i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS M3 were released 2015 and Canon EOS Rebel T4i was released 2012. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS M3 | 2015 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i | 2012 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS M3 is a Mirrorless camera while Canon EOS Rebel T4i 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 M3 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i | 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
Canon EOS M3 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T4i has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS M3 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Canon EOS M3 has a 34 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel T4i. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Both of these cameras offer the exact same ISO range. They both have 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS M3 | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i | 100-12800 |
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 M3 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 M3
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Rebel T4i
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS M3 can shoot up to 4,2 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Rebel T4i can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS M3 | 4,2 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i | 5 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS M3 and Canon EOS Rebel T4i 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 Rebel T4i weighs 575 gr (equal to 1.27 lb) which is 57% heavier than Canon EOS M3 and its 366 gr (or 0.81 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS M3 | 366 gr 0.81 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i | 575 gr 1.27 lb |
Canon EOS M3 vs Canon EOS Rebel T4i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS M3 and Canon EOS Rebel T4i, 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 M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Name | Canon EOS M3 | Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Release Year | 2015 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2015-02-06 | 2012-06-08 |
MSRP | 679 USD | 849 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Camera Type | Mirrorless | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
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 | 5184 x 3456 pixels |
Megapixels | 24 MP | 18 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 6 | DIGIC 5 |
Image |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 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 M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
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 Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 49 | 9 |
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 M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Articulated LCD | Tilting | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | ClearView II TFT-LCD | Clear View II TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Electronic (Optional via Canon EVF-DC2) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.85× (0.53× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Frames per second | 4,2 fps | 5 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 0 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/0 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 5 meters | 13 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | No | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
Motion JPEG H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone) | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional via GP-E2 ![]() |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS M3 |
Canon EOS Rebel T4i |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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Lithium-Ion LP-E8 rechargeable battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 250 shots | 440 shots |
Width | 111 mm | 133 mm |
Height | 68 mm | 100 mm |
Depth | 44 mm | 79 mm |
Weight | 366 gram | 575 gram |