Canon launches EOS M200, a tiny $600 entry-level mirrorless camera: eye detection, 4K video and more
Sep 25, 2019
Dunja Đuđić
Dunja Djudjic is a multi-talented artist based in Novi Sad, Serbia. With 15 years of experience as a photographer, she specializes in capturing the beauty of nature, travel, concerts, and fine art. In addition to her photography, Dunja also expresses her creativity through writing, embroidery, and jewelry making.
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Two years after announcing the EOS M100, Canon is introducing its successor, the EOS M200. Canon hasn’t changed much in terms of design, but there are some other improvements you may find useful. First of all, the new M200 is capable of shooting 4K, and it has improved autofocus. Let’s dive in and see the remaining specs.
The Canon EOS M200 features a 24MP APS-C sensor and the latest Canon DIGIC 8 processor. The processor enables you to shoot in low light by reducing noise even when you use high ISO. While we’re at it, the ISO ranges from 100 to 25600 (expandable to ISO 51200 equivalent). The EOS M200 also features Dual Pixel CMOS AF with the addition of Eye Detection AF.
When it comes to video capabilities, this camera enables 4K/23.98p shooting, which makes an improvement compared to the M100. You can also shoot 120p HD videos. In addition, the camera packs a 4K time-lapse feature and the ability to take stills from 4K movies.
As for the design, the camera is sleek and compact, with a 180-degree tilting screen – just like its older brother. As a matter of fact, they look pretty much the same. The EOS M200 is tiny, aimed for everyday use and for carrying around in all situations. I’d say it can be a handy camera when you want to pack light or for a casual photo walk. Vloggers could also find it handy, but I think it was primarily designed for those who are just entering the world of photography.
Here are the detailed specs:
| Body type | |
| Body type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Body material | Composite |
| Sensor | |
| Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
| Image ratio w:h | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 |
| Effective pixels | 24 megapixels |
| Sensor photo detectors | 26 megapixels |
| Sensor size | APS-C (22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
| Sensor type | CMOS |
| Processor | DIGIC 8 |
| Color space | sRGB |
| Color filter array | Primary color filter |
| Image | |
| ISO | Auto, 100-25600 |
| White balance presets | 6 |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Uncompressed format | RAW |
| JPEG quality levels | Fine, normal |
| File format | · JPEG (Exif v2.31)
· Raw (Canon 14-bit CR3) |
| Optics & Focus | |
| Autofocus | · Contrast Detect (sensor)
· Phase Detect · Multi-area · Center · Selective single-point · Tracking · Single · Continuous · Touch · Face Detection · Live View |
| Autofocus assist lamp | Yes |
| Manual focus | Yes |
| Number of focus points | 143 |
| Lens mount | Canon EF-M |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.6× |
| Screen / viewfinder | |
| Articulated LCD | Tilting |
| Screen size | 3″ |
| Screen dots | 1,040,000 |
| Touch screen | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD |
| Live view | Yes |
| Viewfinder type | None |
| Photography features | |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 sec |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 sec |
| Exposure modes | · Program
· Shutter priority · Aperture priority · Manual |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
| Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) |
| External flash | No |
| Flash X sync speed | 1/200 sec |
| Drive modes | · Single
· Continuous · Self-timer/remote control |
| Continuous drive | 6.1 fps |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) |
| Metering modes | · Multi
· Center-weighted · Spot · Partial |
| Exposure compensation | ±3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
| Videography features | |
| Format | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Modes | · 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC
· 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC · 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
| Microphone | Stereo |
| Speaker | Mono |
| Storage | |
| Storage types | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I compatible) |
| Connectivity | |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| USB charging | Yes |
| HDMI | Yes (micro HDMI) |
| Microphone port | No |
| Headphone port | No |
| Wireless | Built-In |
| Wireless notes | 802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Remote control | Yes (via smartphone) |
| Physical | |
| Environmentally sealed | No |
| Battery | Battery Pack |
| Battery description | LP-E12 lithium-ion battery & charger |
| Battery Life (CIPA) | 315 |
| Weight (inc. batteries) | 299 g (0.66 lb / 10.55 oz) |
| Dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35 mm (4.25 x 2.64 x 1.38″) |
| Other features | |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| GPS | None |
Canon writes that the EOS M200 camera will retail at an estimated price of $599.99 together with a 15-45mm kit lens. As for the availability, we can expect to see the camera in October 2019.
Update: Canon EOS M200 is available for preorders and it’s available in two colors, black and white. The price is $549 along with the 15-45mm kit lens.
Dunja Đuđić
Dunja Djudjic is a multi-talented artist based in Novi Sad, Serbia. With 15 years of experience as a photographer, she specializes in capturing the beauty of nature, travel, concerts, and fine art. In addition to her photography, Dunja also expresses her creativity through writing, embroidery, and jewelry making.
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Nice but no viewfinder so I couldn’t use it, really ?