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Pros Pros
  • High-quality image output comparable to APS-C DSLRs
  • Responsive and intuitive touchscreen interface
  • Solid, premium magnesium alloy construction
  • Compact and lightweight design
  • Versatile lens compatibility via EF/EF-S adapter
Cons Cons
  • Slow and inconsistent autofocus performance
  • Absence of a viewfinder or option to attach one
  • Limited physical controls and lack of a dedicated grip
  • Short battery life and slow write speeds
  • No built-in flash or secondary features like Wi-Fi

Announcement date Announcement date July 23, 2012
Launch price Launch price $799
Sensor Sensor 18MP APS-C CMOS
Video Video 1080p 30p
Stabilization Stabilization None

Announcement date Announcement date July 23, 2012
Launch MSRP Launch MSRP $799
Medium Medium Digital
Lens mount Lens mount Canon EF
Body type Body type Rangefinder-style mirrorless

Effective resolution Effective resolution 18MP
Sensor format Sensor format APS-C
Sensor technology Sensor technology CMOS
Sensor dimensions Sensor dimensions 22.3 x 14.9 mm
Color filter array Color filter array Bayer
Native ISO range Native ISO range 100-12,800
Expanded ISO range Expanded ISO range 25,600
Aspect ratio options Aspect ratio options 3:2, 16:9

RAW formats RAW formats 14-bit RAW
Other still formats Other still formats JPEG, RAW
Still bit depth Still bit depth 14-bit

AF architecture AF architecture Hybrid phase + contrast detect
AF points AF points 31
Autofocus modes Autofocus modes Single-Servo AF, Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus,

Shutter types Shutter types Mechanical
Shutter speed range Shutter speed range 1/4000 to 30 sec, Bulb
Flash sync speed Flash sync speed 1/200 sec
Exposure compensation Exposure compensation +/- 3 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 steps
Metering modes Metering modes Average, Center-Weighted Average, Partial, Spot

Rear LCD size Rear LCD size 3-inch
Rear LCD resolution Rear LCD resolution 1.04M dots
Rear LCD articulation Rear LCD articulation Fixed

Max video resolution Max video resolution 1080p
Max frame rate at max resolution Max frame rate at max resolution 30p
Codecs Codecs H.264
Recording limit Recording limit 29 min
Audio recording Audio recording Linear PCM

Card slots Card slots 1
Card types Card types 1x SD

In-body stabilization (IBIS) In-body stabilization (IBIS) No

USB USB Hi-Speed USB
HDMI output HDMI output Mini Type-C
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Eye-Fi compatible
3.5mm mic input 3.5mm mic input Yes
3.5mm headphone output 3.5mm headphone output No
Flash sync terminal Flash sync terminal No

Battery Battery LP-E12
CIPA battery life (LCD) CIPA battery life (LCD) 230 shots
CIPA video recording time CIPA video recording time 90 min

Weight (body only) Weight (body only) 262g (9.2 oz)
Dimensions Dimensions 108.6 x 66.5 x 32.3 mm (4.28 x 2.62 x 1.27 in)
Weight (with battery and recording media) Weight (with battery and recording media) 298g (10.5 oz)
Weather sealing Weather sealing None
Chassis material Chassis material Magnesium alloy and stainless steel
Tripod thread Tripod thread 1/4"-20