Nikon D5300 vs Canon EOS M
This is a full comparison between the cameras Nikon D5300 and Canon EOS M. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Nikon D5300 is manufacturered by Nikon but Canon EOS M is from Canon. Both Nikon and Canon are well known brands though.
Nikon D5300 were released 2013 and Canon EOS M was released 2012. That is a 1 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Nikon D5300 | 2013 |
Canon EOS M | 2012 |
Type of camera
Nikon D5300 is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS M is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Nikon D5300 has a "Nikon DX"-sensor while Canon EOS M 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 D5300 | 75 mm Nikon DX sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.5 |
Canon EOS M | 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 D5300 has a 24 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS M has 18 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Nikon D5300 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS M |
18 MP
17915904 pixels 5184 x 3456 |
Nikon D5300 has a 34 % larger resolution than Canon EOS M. 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 |
Nikon D5300 | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS M | 100-12800 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
There is a big difference between these two cameras. Canon EOS M has a built-in autofocus motor but Nikon D5300 does not. If you want to be able to use autofocus on Nikon D5300 there is a need for having an autofocus motor inside the lens. We really encourage you to look closely at our lens compatibility charts at the links below.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS M 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 D5300
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS M
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Nikon D5300 can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS M can shoot up to 4,3 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Nikon D5300 | 5 |
Canon EOS M | 4,3 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Nikon D5300 and Canon EOS M 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 D5300 weighs 480 gr (equal to 1.06 lb) which is 61% heavier than Canon EOS M and its 298 gr (or 0.66 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Nikon D5300 | 480 gr 1.06 lb |
Canon EOS M | 298 gr 0.66 lb |
Nikon D5300 vs Canon EOS M Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Nikon D5300 and Canon EOS M, 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 D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Name | Nikon D5300 | Canon EOS M |
Manufacturer | Nikon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Release Year | 2013 | 2012 |
Release Date | 2013-10-17 | 2012-07-23 |
MSRP | 729 USD | 799 USD |
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Camera Type |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Sensor Size |
APS-C (approx 23.7 x 15.5 mm) Also known as "DX" |
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 | EXPEED 4 | DIGIC 5 |
Image |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 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 D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Autofocus Motor | No | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 39 | 31 |
Lens Mount |
Nikon F See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
DX / APS-C (1.5x) 1.5x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 36 mm 50 mm becomes 75 mm 100 mm becomes 150 mm 200 mm becomes 300 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 D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Articulated LCD | Fully articulated | Fixed |
Screen size | 3,2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1037000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT LCD monitor | Clear View II TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | No Viewfinder |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82× (0.55× 35mm equiv.) | |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 4,3 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | No |
Built-in Flash Range | 12 meters | N/A |
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 steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
MPEG4 H.264 |
MPEG4 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 D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | No |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Built-In |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Remote Control |
Optional with ML-L3 or WR-R10
|
No |
GPS |
Yes Built-in |
Yes Optional via GP-E2 |
Body & Dimensions |
Nikon D5300 |
Canon EOS M |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion EN-EL14a or EN-EL14 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Lithium-Ion LP-E12 rechargeable battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots | 230 shots |
Width | 125 mm | 109 mm |
Height | 98 mm | 66 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 32 mm |
Weight | 480 gram | 298 gram |