Peter63
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M5 specs only - NO opinions please
Sep 18, 2016
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We have plenty of threads to state whether you like or dislike this camera, I am hoping this one can be preserved as a place to only discuss what the M5 is. If the reply you are going to post contains any of the words: Sony, Fuji, Panasonic, M43, etc..., please post it somewhere else.
The basic specs can all be found here: DPR M5 spec list but there is a lot more detail I would like to gather in one spot. Please include any links for info provided if you have them.
Video from Amateur Photographer describes the eye sensor as responsive. I did not feel that way about the sensor for the M3 add on viewfinder so that is good news. This video also lists IBIS as active for stills and video but I am sure that is a mistake.
The text of the above review lists the IBIS as electronic only, wouldn't that make it only 2 axis? DPR first impressions states: •Electronic video stabilization combines with in-lens IS to give 5-axis IS , Is this any different from the "dynamic stabilization" of the M3 that uses a crop of the sensor? Maybe the M3 does not utilize the lens' optical stabilization in combination with the sensor crop?
Footnotes at the bottom of the M5 page of the USA EOS M web site: "^ Maximum image stabilization is achieved when using either the EF-M 18–150mm f/3.5–6.3 IS STM
or the EF-M 15–45mm f/3.5–6.3 IS STM with the lens firmware update."
This video lists 7 fps raw buffer as more than 20 shots. It also shows the normal and small focus box options.
The control dials look pretty comprehensive but I would like to know more about how they work and how much customization is available.
I also wonder if the front dial will give immediate access to zoom in image review, M10 does but M3 doesn't.
Have you seen any important to you features or specs that aren't well documented yet?