Nikon D4 vs Canon EOS M3
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D4 and Canon EOS M3. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D4 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS M3 is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D4 were released 2012 and Canon EOS M3 was released 2015. That is a 3 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D4 | 2012 |
Canon EOS M3 | 2015 |
Type of camera
Nikon D4 is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS M3 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D4 has a "Nikon FX"-sensor while Canon EOS M3 has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Nikon D4 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
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 (Nikon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Nikon D4 has a 16,2 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 |
Nikon D4 |
16,2 MP
16163840 pixels 4928 x 3280 |
Canon EOS M3 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS M3 has a 48 % larger resolution than Nikon D4. 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
Nikon D4 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS M3. Nikon D4 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 204800 while Canon EOS M3 has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Nikon D4 | 100-204800 |
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 Nikon D4
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. Nikon D4 can shoot up to 11 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M3 can shoot up to 4,2 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D4 | 11 |
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 Nikon D4 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.
Nikon D4 weighs 1340 gr (equal to 2.95 lb) which is 266% heavier than Canon EOS M3 and its 366 gr (or 0.81 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D4 | 1340 gr 2.95 lb |
Canon EOS M3 | 366 gr 0.81 lb |
Nikon D4 vs Canon EOS M3 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D4 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 |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Name | Nikon D4 | Canon EOS M3 |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Release Year | 2012 | 2015 |
Release Date | 2012-01-06 | 2015-02-06 |
MSRP | 5999 USD | 679 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Sensor Size |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4928 x 3280 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 16,2 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | EXPEED 3 | DIGIC 6 |
Image |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
ISO Range | 100 - 204800 | 100 - 12800 |
White Balance Presets | 12 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 51 | 49 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 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 |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 921000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT color LCD with brightness control | ClearView II TFT-LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic (Optional via Canon EVF-DC2) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.7× | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Frames per second | 11 fps | 4,2 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 0 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/0 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | No |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV, 1 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D4 |
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 |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash XQD |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Optional via WT-5, WT-5A |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n with NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (via ten-pin remote terminal) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS |
Yes GP-1 or GPS device compliant with NMEA0183 version 2.01 or 3.01 (requires optional MC-35 GPS adapter cord and cable with D-sub 9-pin connector) |
No |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D4 |
Canon EOS M3 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL18 rechargeable battery & charger
|
LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | N/A | 250 shots |
Width | 160 mm | 111 mm |
Height | 157 mm | 68 mm |
Depth | 91 mm | 44 mm |
Weight | 1340 gram | 366 gram |