Canon's Big Plans For EOS-M Line Of Cameras

Canon EOS-M line of mirrorless cameras

* * *  Canon is bringing EOS-M3 mirrorless camera to the U.S.A.  * * *

The world of mirrorless cameras have enjoyed a good run in the last few years. The offerings from companies like Sony are especially innovative but still not professional grade. Canon was late to the mirrorless arena and played catch up by introducing the EOS-M and EF-M line about 3 years ago.

The EOS-M line of mirrorless cameras is now in its third generation, with the latest EOS-M3 announced in February 2015. Canon's EOS-M cameras sell quite well in Asia, especially in Japan but it has yet to penetrate the rest of the world with any great success. The latest version is not even exported to North America.

Apparently, Canon has decided to throw its weight and muscle whole-heartedly behind their mirrorless platform after deciding it will be a priority product. They are the largest photography company in the world and have numerous patents and designs in their laboratories waiting to be brought to market. The EF-M line of lenses will be strengthened with additional zoom and prime lenses.

The next generation, the EOS-M4 may be launched as a global camera, much like the EOS Rebel line. Management has not decided when to launch this big mirrorless camera push but it will be next year and I estimate after the announcement of the much anticipated EOS-5D Mk IV camera, expected to be early 2016. The Canon EXPO 2015 is taking place next month in New York City. There may be some mention of their new EOS-M line of innovations and offerings for next year. Keep checking back for the latest development.

Canon EOS-M3 Camera Coming To North America

Canon EOS-M3 camera with EF lens

* * *  Canon has announced EOS-M3 camera is coming to USA  * * *

* * *  Read the latest post on the EOS-M line of cameras  * * *

* * *  Canon Professional Network post on the men behind the G3X camera  * * *

Canon announced the EOS-M3 mirrorless camera on February 6. This is their third attempt to make this line of camera popular outside Asia. Although the EOS-M is selling well in Asia, it never caught on with the photography crowd in Europe and North America. Like the EOS-M2, the camera is not scheduled to be exported to North America but one can easily buy it through Amazon in the United Kingdom and Germany or Canon in Hong Kong. Click here and here to see sample images taken in Japan with the pre-production camera and see a video review of the camera.

One reason why the first version of the EOS-M did not catch on outside Asia was due to the limited selection of lenses but now Canon has built up the EOS-M line of glass. Canon Japan is in serious discussion right now trying to decide whether to export the EOS-M3 to North America. My guess is they will decide to go ahead with the move.

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Canon EOS-M3 Camera Review - How Good Is It?

Canon EOS-M3 mirrorless camera with EF-M 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 STM lens

* * *  Read the latest post on the EOS-M3 camera  * * *

Canon announced the EOS-M3 mirrorless camera on February 6. This is their third attempt to make this line of camera popular outside Asia. Although the EOS-M is selling well in Asia, it never caught on with the photography crowd in Europe and North America. Like the EOS-M2, the camera is not scheduled to be exported to North America but one can easily buy it through Amazon in the United Kingdom and Germany or Canon in Hong Kong. Click here and here to see sample images taken in Japan with the pre-production camera.

As of now, the EOS-M3 will be available in Europe only with the EF-M 18-55mm IS STM lens. You can see sample images and get a detailed description of the camera from Canon Professional Network Europe and download the User Manual from Canon Asia.

The world of mirrorless camera is getting crowded. There are at least six other major competitors out there - Olympus, Panasonic, Sony, Nikon, Samsung and Fujifilm. Although the EOS-M3 is one of the more expensive cameras, some may find the extra cost justified because of the extensive lineup of interchangeable lens and excellent accessories like the electronic viewfinder. 

Ephotozine did a very good review on the EOS-M3 camera and I find it quite helpful for those who may be looking to add a mirrorless camera to their Canon inventory but reluctant to mix brands. Although I have considered buying the EOS-M3 myself for general purpose use because of its ability to work with all my EF lenses via an adapter, it is really no substitute for a high quality DSLR. Click here to see more reviews of the camera from Europe.   

EOS-M3 Main Features :

•     24.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor
•     Canon EOS EF-M mount
•     DIGIC 6 image processor
•     3inch tilting touch screen, 1040k dots
•     49 point Hybrid AF III 
•     FullHD video recording, 30/25/24fps, stereo sound, mic socket
•     ISO100 to ISO12800 (expandable to ISO25600)
•     4.2fps continuous shooting
•     Wi-Fi and NFC connectivity
•     14-bit RAW shooting
•     HDR mode

Canon EOS-M3 Camera Review From Europe

Canon announced the EOS-M3 mirrorless camera on February 6. This is their third attempt to make this line of camera popular outside Asia. Although the EOS-M is selling well in Asia, it never caught on with the photography crowd in Europe and North America. Like the EOS-M2, the camera is not scheduled to be exported to North America but one can easily buy it through Amazon in the United Kingdom and Germany or DigitalRev in Hong Kong. Click here and here to see sample images taken in Japan with the pre-production camera.

As of now, the EOS-M3 will be available in Europe only with the EF-M 18-55mm IS STM lens. There is no plan to export the camera to North America at this time but one can easily buy it from Asia or Europe by going through Amazon and other online shopping websites. You can see sample images and get a detailed description of the camera from Canon Professional Network Europe.

* * *  Read the latest post on the EOS-M3 camera  * * *

* * *  Download User Manual or purchase the EOS-M3 from Canon Asia   * * *