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Canon EOS M3 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 18-55mm Lens (Black)

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Canon EOS M3 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 18-55mm Lens (Black)
Key Features
  • 24.2MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
  • DIGIC 6 Image Processor
  • 3.0" 1,040k-Dot Touchscreen Tilting LCD
  • Full HD 1080p Video at 24/25/30 fps
Capture high-resolution images and full HD 1080p video with the compact black EOS M3 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 18-55mm Lens. The M3 features a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 6 Image Processor to with an ISO sensitivity range of 100 to 12800, expandable up to 25600. An intuitive 3.0" 1,040k-dot touchscreen LCD allows you to focus and shoot an image with a single tap on the screen. The touchscreen has a ClearView II coating and tilts up 180° and down 45°, making it easy to compose and shoot selfies as well as low-angle shots.
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Canon M3 Overview

Capture high-resolution images and full HD 1080p video with the compact black EOS M3 Mirrorless Digital Camera with 18-55mm Lens. The M3 features a 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and a DIGIC 6 Image Processor to with an ISO sensitivity range of 100 to 12800, expandable up to 25600. An intuitive 3.0" 1,040k-dot touchscreen LCD allows you to focus and shoot an image with a single tap on the screen. The touchscreen has a ClearView II coating and tilts up 180° and down 45°, making it easy to compose and shoot selfies as well as low-angle shots.

The M3 features an advanced Hybrid CMOS AF III autofocus system which focuses up to 6.1x faster than the EOS M in part due to the 49 phase-detect points that cover 80% of the vertical frame and 70% of the horizontal frame. Creative assist allows you to preview camera adjustments in real time, letting you save and share your chosen settings. Additionally, a front dial and an exposure compensation dial permit full manual control over the camera's settings. Built-in Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity make sending and sharing your images an easy task.

The included EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS STM lens provides a 35mm equivalent focal length of 29-88mm. An STM stepping AF motor provides smooth, near-silent performance that is especially beneficial to video recording. An Optical Image Stabilizer helps to compensate for up to 4 stops of camera shake. The lens accepts 52mm filters, and employs a 7-blade diaphragm.

Sensor and Image Processor
High resolution 24.2MP APS-C CMOS sensor and high performance DIGIC 6 image processor combine to provide fast AF, exceptional image quality, and sharp detail in both photo and video.
Full HD 1080p Movies
Shoot full HD 1080p movies at 24, 25, or 30 fps with stereo audio when using an external microphone utilizing the 3.5mm input jack. Manual Movie mode gives you full control over the video recording by adjusting shutter speed, aperture, and ISO.
ISO Sensitivity
ISO sensitivity on the M3 ranges from 100-12800, but expands to 25600 for faster shutter speeds and sharper details in low light.
Hybrid CMOS AF III
A combination of both Contrast AF and Phase Detect AF increases accuracy and auto-focus speed in both photo and video.
Manual Focus
When focusing manually, you can magnify any point on the LCD screen 5x or 10x, and the focal point can be confirmed with the on-screen focus peaking.
3.0" 1,040k-Dot Touchscreen Tilting LCD
The 3.0" Clear View II LCD monitor keeps glare to a minimum and makes it easy to see images even in bright light. The 1,040k-dot resolution is ideal for playback and focusing, and the smudge-resistant coating on the LCD reduces the appearance of fingerprints. Numerous camera operations can be handled by the touchscreen including touch AF control, whereby you touch the LCD screen on the part of the image you want in focus. The LCD has an adjustable five-level brightness control, a viewing angle of 170°, and an aspect ratio of 3:2.
Noise Reduction
Multi Shot Noise Reduction preserves fine detail in photos at high ISO speeds. With MSNR activated, the camera takes four consecutive shots of the same image, then merges and aligns them, reducing noise and blur.
Continuous Shooting and Burst Rate
The M3 can shoot up to 4.2 frames per second for up to 1,000 JPEG images or 5 RAW images.
Advanced Imaging Features
The M3 features shooting modes that allow photographers to take advantage of digital advancements to improve their shooting results. Scene Intelligent Auto mode for stills and video optimizes all of the camera's auto controls to provide the best settings based on the camera's reading of the scene. The EOS-M also offers 8 Creative Filters to enhance your images, including HDR, Fish-Eye Effect, Art Bold Effect, Water Painting Effect, Miniature Effect (Stills and Movie), Toy Camera Effect, Soft Focus, and Grainy B/W.
Hot Shoe and Built-In Flash
The built-in pop-up flash features a guide number of 16.4' (5m) at ISO 100 and covers up to an 18mm focal length. The flash has a recycle time of 3 seconds and can sync up to 1/200 sec. An integrated E-TTL II-compatible hot shoe enables the addition of an external flash or trigger.
Dust Deletion Feature
A self-cleaning sensor removes dust on the low-pass filter. It is executed automatically when the camera is powered on or off.

Canon M3Specs

Imaging
Sensor Resolution
Actual: 24.7 Megapixel
Effective: 24.2 Megapixel
Exposure Control
Metering Method
Center-Weighted Average, Evaluative, Partial, Spot
Aspect Ratio
4:3, 16:9
Bit Depth
14-Bit
Focus
Focus Mode
Continuous-Servo AF, Manual Focus, Single-Servo AF
Flash
Flash Modes
Auto, Flash On, Manual, Off, Slow Sync
External Flash Connection
Shoe Mount
Battery Type
1x LP-E17 Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Kit Lens
Angle of View
74° 20' to 37° 50'
Minimum Focus Distance
9.84" / 24.99 cm
Optical Design
11 Elements in 13 Groups
Diaphragm Blades
7
Image Stabilization
Yes
Dimensions (ø x L)
2.4 x 2.4" / 60.9 x 61 mm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.8 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.4 x 6.8 x 5.6"

Canon M3 Reviews

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question

Does the EOS M3 have an ND filter built in?
Asked by: George
The Canon EOS M3 does not have a built in ND filter.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Does it work with an external flash? Has anybody tried?
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes, it is compatible with any Canon-mount flash from any company.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Can the touchscreen be turned off when using the Canon EOS M3?
Asked by: George
Yes and you can leave the screen on. It's 1n the menu on the camera. The EOS M3 is a great little camera
Answered by: WALTER J.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Does the Canon EOS M3 have Bulb setting exposure?
Asked by: George
Yes, bulb mode is in the manual settings. Just use the shutter speed dial and adjust to slowest speed and bulb mode will appear.
Answered by: Thomas F.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

I have trouble finding the manual mode for video. I have the original M which would allow you to modify all settings. with the M3, I'm always stuck with Auto ISO. is there no such thing where I can have true manual video mode where I can set my aperture/speed/iso. :(Tried everything, but cannot find the info anywhere?
Asked by: Hugo D.
When you turn the shooting mode dial to the video icon and then press the Q/set center button, it will display the option to have Auto Exposure Video shooting or Manual Exposure Video shooting. Once you select Manual Exposure Video, this will enable ISO control as well as aperture and shutter speed.
Answered by: Jacob C.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Is the body, top, and bottom metal?
Asked by: Anonymous
Appears to me to be all plastic. Top quality & rugged, but all plastic.
Answered by: William C.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

What is the size of the mounting thread? 1/4? I wanted to use a selfie stick for this. Thanks.
Asked by: Anonymous
yes it is standard 1/4 x20 thread
Answered by: Jarmila S.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

Is there any shutter lag with this product?
Asked by: Zach J.
Not really. Much better than the previous mirrorless Canon.
Answered by: Boris P.
Date published: 2018-08-26
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