Canon EOS 9000D vs Canon EOS M3
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 9000D and Canon EOS M3. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 9000D were released 2017 and Canon EOS M3 was released 2015. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 9000D | 2017 |
Canon EOS M3 | 2015 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 9000D is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS M3 is a Mirrorless 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 9000D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS M3 | 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 9000D has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS M3 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 9000D |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS M3 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
ISO range
Canon EOS 9000D has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS M3. Canon EOS 9000D has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS M3 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 9000D | 100-25600 |
Canon EOS M3 | 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 9000D
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M3
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 9000D can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M3 can shoot up to 4,2 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 9000D | 6 |
Canon EOS M3 | 4,2 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 9000D and Canon EOS M3 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 9000D weighs 540 gr (equal to 1.19 lb) which is 48% heavier than Canon EOS M3 and its 366 gr (or 0.81 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 9000D | 540 gr 1.19 lb |
Canon EOS M3 | 366 gr 0.81 lb |
Canon EOS 9000D vs Canon EOS M3 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 9000D and Canon EOS M3, 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 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
Name | Canon EOS 9000D | Canon EOS M3 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
Release Year | 2017 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2017-02-15 | 2015-02-06 |
MSRP | 899 USD | 679 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
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 7 | DIGIC 6 |
Image |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
ISO Range | 100 - 25600 | 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 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
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 | 45 | 49 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Tilting |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | Yes | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD | ClearView II TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic (Optional via Canon EVF-DC2) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | 0 | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
Frames per second | 6 fps | 4,2 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 0 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/0 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Spot Partial Average |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
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 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC) |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 9000D |
Canon EOS M3 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots | 250 shots |
Width | 131 mm | 111 mm |
Height | 100 mm | 68 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 44 mm |
Weight | 540 gram | 366 gram |