Thinking of upgrading from Canon T3i to M5--Thoughts, opinions please.
Apr 23, 2018 08:47:13 #
I'm wondering if this is a good move and worth it. I enjoy taking all kinds of photos, from grandkids to macro. I'm not into video. The 3Ti has served me well, but I think I would like the wifi feature to download straight to the computer and also the lighter weight. I also have an SX50. My lenses include a nifty 50, 18-55mm kit and a 18-400. I was only recently bitten by the macro bug. With a National Parks tour coming up in the fall (so excited) I want to know what I'm doing if I do switch. Comments welcome.
Apr 23, 2018 09:06:01 #
miked46
Loc: Winter Springs, Florida
I have a friend who has the M5, and it is an very nice mirror-less. He also has the T3i, and enjoys the M5 more, as it is much more modern, but in the end, it is how you feel about the equipment
Apr 23, 2018 09:25:44 #
There is only a five-ounce difference in the weight of those two bodies. Your lenses will require an adapter, which will add to the bulk:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/883406-REG/Canon_6098b002_EF_M_Lens_Adapter_Kit.html
I switched from T3i to Panasonic and Olympus mirrorless. The Panasonic G7 body is very similar to the shape and size of the Canon SX50 (from photos online, it appears as though the M5 may be also). The big difference in that switch for me was Canon's EF-S 18-135 mm lens is quite a bit longer and "fatter" than Panasonic's very petite 14-140 mm
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/883406-REG/Canon_6098b002_EF_M_Lens_Adapter_Kit.html
I switched from T3i to Panasonic and Olympus mirrorless. The Panasonic G7 body is very similar to the shape and size of the Canon SX50 (from photos online, it appears as though the M5 may be also). The big difference in that switch for me was Canon's EF-S 18-135 mm lens is quite a bit longer and "fatter" than Panasonic's very petite 14-140 mm
Apr 23, 2018 09:25:44 #
I had the T3i some years ago, use the 80D and 7D now, but also have the M5 with 18-150 and the 55-200 lenses as well as the adapter. It takes some getting use to. I bought it looking for a lighter body. Have found that it is too easy to change settings accidently when hand holding, I have big hands. I have had good results when using it with the Canon 70-300 lens, the newer version. I would suggest you handle one and see if it is to your liking before buying the M5. Also, since starting to use the adaptor with my other Canon lenses, I find the 55-200 not getting much use. I did have trouble when I tried the Canon S-55-250mm lens, the auto focus would not stop hunting. Have not have this problem with the 70-300.
Apr 23, 2018 09:44:52 #
There are rumors that both Canon and Nikon will be coming out with potentially competitive (by that I mean good enough to compete with Sony) mirrorless cameras either this year or next. I have been thinking of going mirrorless, but am gong to hold on to see what they come up with.
Apr 23, 2018 15:14:34 #
miked46 wrote:
I have a friend who has the M5, and it is an very nice mirror-less. He also has the T3i, and enjoys the M5 more, as it is much more modern, but in the end, it is how you feel about the equipment
You're right about needing to see what it feels like. I went to my local Best Buys, neither of which had the M5 in stock. After a lengthy discussion on what my needs are, I am as confused or more so.
Apr 23, 2018 15:23:13 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
There is only a five-ounce difference in the weigh... (show quote)
Thanks Linda for the link and input. Best Buy has the adapter for $50 if you buy the camera there. However, none of the guys (20 somethings) I spoke to were excited about the M5. Instead, they all agreed that Sony was the gold standard for mirrorless. One, highly recommended the Sony Alpha 7III that is still coming out. Needless to say, it was an education. I am still very fond of my SX50 and it's my "go to" when in a hurry.
Apr 23, 2018 15:28:01 #
Zooman 1 wrote:
I had the T3i some years ago, use the 80D and 7D n... (show quote)
Thanks Zooman for your input. I tried to find one today to check out and was urged to get a Sony instead. They didn't have it in stock. That's Best Buy. One of the reviews of the M5 mentioned the problem with accidentally changing a setting. Guess it's back to the drawing board.
Apr 23, 2018 15:30:56 #
dsmeltz wrote:
There are rumors that both Canon and Nikon will be coming out with potentially competitive (by that I mean good enough to compete with Sony) mirrorless cameras either this year or next. I have been thinking of going mirrorless, but am gong to hold on to see what they come up with.
Thanks for your insight. You're probably right about waiting. I wouldn't feel pressured if I weren't going on this Nat'l Park tour in the fall. Oh well, maybe I'll get a nice wide angle lens and leave it be for now.
Apr 23, 2018 16:45:33 #
The Sony is much more expensive than the M5. Canon is coming out with an M50, which is supposed to be similar to the M5. I chose the M5 as I already have $$$$ invested in Canon gear, and with the adaptor can use lenses I already have. The robin was shot with the M5 and the Canon 70-300mm F-4/5.6 IS II USM lens. @ 300mm Hand held.
Apr 24, 2018 07:39:01 #
I have the M5 and the new M50. They are both fantastic. The M50 is less expensive and has a few more features. Both are perfect vacation cameras, unless you have special needs, like a telephoto prime. The 18-150mm lens is convenient, sharp and also can take great closeups. On both cameras, changing settings and setting focus point is so convenient, it's actually easier to use these cameras for advanced techniques, than the prosumer DSLRs.
Apr 24, 2018 08:02:14 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
There is only a five-ounce difference in the weigh... (show quote)
And the lens adapter takes back around 2oz. So very little weight loss.
Apr 24, 2018 10:22:14 #
Apr 24, 2018 10:30:46 #
Zooman 1 wrote:
What are you comparing the M5 to regarding weight?
The title of the thread is sort of a dead give away on that. "Canon T3i to M5"
Apr 24, 2018 10:44:42 #
taj334 wrote:
I'm wondering if this is a good move and worth it.... (show quote)
A friend of mine had the M5 for less than a year. I don't know why he got rid of it so soon, but now he has the 80D. They make an adapter to use other Canon EF lenses on the M series cameras, but they look weird on that camera because it's so small with a large lens protruding out the front.
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