Check out the comparison between the Canon 77D, a DSLR, and the Canon EOS M5 which is a mirrorless camera.
Our comparison table below covers the important specifications of each camera. Below that, we specifically talk about the new improvements and which model is better suited for your needs.
| Canon 77D | Canon M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Megapixels | 24.2 | 24.2 |
| Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor Format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Crop Factor | 1.6x | 1.6x |
| AA Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Image Resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Body Image Stabilization | Yes (Movie only) | Yes (Movie only) |
| Lens Mount | Canon EF/EF-S | Canon EF-M |
| ISO | 100 - 25,600 | 100 - 25,600 |
| Expanded ISO | 51,200 | None |
| AF Points | 45 | 49 Hybrid |
| Cross-type AF Points | 45 | Dual Pixel AF |
| Continuous Mode | 6fps | 7fps |
| LCD | 3.0" - Fully Articulated | 3.2" - Articulating |
| LCD Resolution | 1,040,000 dots | 1,620,000 dots |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Focus Peaking | No | Yes |
| Top LCD Display | Yes | No |
| Viewfinder Type | Optical | EVF (2.36M) |
| Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.82x | |
| Video Resolution | 1920x1080 (60/30/24p) | 1920x1080 (60/50/30/25/24p) |
| 1280x720 (60/50p) | 1280x720 (60/50p) | |
| Microphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Headphone Jack | No | No |
| Memory Card Type | SD | SD |
| Dual Card Slots | No | No |
| SD UHS Support | UHS-I | UHS-I |
| Fastest Shutter Speed | 1/4000 | 1/4000 |
| Slowest Shutter Speed | 30" | 30" |
| Bulb Mode | Yes | Yes |
| JPEG Buffer Size | Unlimited | 27 |
| RAW Buffer Size | 27 | 18 |
| Time Lapse | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
| Max Flash Sync Speed | 1/200 | 1/200 |
| Startup Time | x | 1.2s |
| Built-in Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in GPS | No | No |
| Built- in NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| USB Type | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| Environmentally Sealed | No | No |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 600 shots | 295 shots |
| Battery Included | Yes (LP-E17) | Yes (LP-E17) |
| Weight | 19.0 oz (540g) | 15.0 oz (427g) |
| Size | 5.2 x 3.9 x 3.0" | 4.6 x 3.5 x 2.4" |
| Price | Amazon | Amazon |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2016 |
Canon 77D Advantages:
- Higher Max ISO – The expanded ISO is 1 stop bigger so it’s better suited for extreme low light situations. Don’t forget about the noise though, it’s not pleasant at 51,200 for most situations
- 45 AF System – Both cameras feature Dual Pixel AF technology and are great for video focusing, but the 45 all cross-type AF system of the 77D will be more accurate for photographing fast subjects in difficult conditions
- Top LCD Display – When shooting in manual/semi-manual modes, you can use the top screen to instantly preview most of your important settings (shutter speed, aperture, focusing type, ISO, white balance etc.). Saves a lot of time!
- Bigger buffer – Unlimited JPEG buffer versus 27, and 27 RAW versus 18. Both are big advantages if you want to shoot plenty of wildlife at 6fps without having to wait.
- Faster start-up time – Not tested yet, but DSLRs for now turn on faster than mirrorless cameras. The M5 is fairly impressive with 1.2s, but the 77D will most likely be twice as fast
- Battery Life – Twice as long battery life. These test are taken by using the built-in flash for 50% of the time so you can expect a lot more shots with both cameras, but the difference is still the same
- Less expensive – Body only the 77D is around $80 cheaper
- More Lenses – There are over 70 different Canon lenses you can mount on the 77D, not to mention all other lenses from Sigma, Tamron and more. You can use an adapter for the M5 and get similar performance, but there are a lot less native EF-M mount lenses available as of 2017
Yes, the Canon 77D is bigger than the M5, but it’s still a very light DSLR so most of you won’t have to worry about this. Because of its 45 cross-type AF system and a bigger buffer, it’s a better candidate for wildlife and action photography. Not to mention you have many more lenses to choose from, whereas with the M5 you’d have to use an adapter to mount EF and EF-S lenses.
It’s also cheaper and lasts twice as long!
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
Canon M5 Advantages:
- Bigger LCD Screen – 3.2″ compared to 3.0″ with noticeably higher resolution. This doesn’t affect your photographs/videos, but does allow you to precisely see if your focus is spot on
- Focus Peaking – Every mirrorless camera offers focus peaking. If you’re focusing with a manual lens or have a bad eye sight, the camera highlights what part of your image is in focus. Great for video too!
- 7 vs 6fps – Both cameras are fast enough for sports and wildlife, but the extra 1fps helps if you often shoot wildlife and want more shots to increase your chances of getting a razor sharp photograph
- Viewfinder – 100% viewfinder coverage. Since it’s EVF (electronic) you can see how your shot is going to look like before taking a picture.
- Size & Weight – Being a mirrorless camera, the M5 is 100g lighter and a lot smaller
Both cameras are very similar, but if you’re looking for something small and light, the M5 will be much better. If video is high on your priority list, the bigger LCD and focusing peaking are two useful features. Don’t forget about the battery life if you’ll travel a lot (get an additional 1-3 batteries).
You can buy it at Amazon or read more reviews.
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