The Canon EOS M delivers on the image quality front, but is otherwise ultimately a let down. It's late to the compact system camera game and fails to offer anything truly special.

Image quality is DSLR-matching; EF-S lens adapter accessory available; flash included; fully manual movie mode with great results

Too pricey; autofocus system slower than the competition; battery life limitations; touchscreen has to be used to find certain settings/modes; no electronic viewfinder possible; limited EF-M lens options; flash not built-in

Canon's first compact camera system (CSC) model has been an absolute age coming and, as the 18 megapixel EOS M arrives a full four years after some rivals' first, it has high expectations to fulfil.

Smaller, more portable body than many competing models; Compatible with a wide range of accessories from the world's biggest camera brand; Combination of sensor and Canon's optical excellence delivers sharp images that don't disappoint

Have to buy ￡130 adapter for access to wider range of Canon EF lenses, so-so battery performance; Lacks a decent handgrip for a steady hold with longer optics; No optical or electronic viewfinder built-in

The compact system camera market has, by some distance, been the fastest growing segment within the digital camera market in the past few years, and while most of the major manufacturers have rushed to get on board and share the spoils the one notable exception has been Canon.

Responsive touchscreen interface; Image quality; Premium build quality; Generous specification

AF and burst shooting could be faster; Limited number of dedicated lenses

Image quality as strong as you'll find from a DSLR, but dithering autofocus and awkward ergonomics spoil the venture

The Canon EOS M is the very first compact system camera from Canon, who are the last major manufacturer to release a mirrorless model. The EOS M has an 18-megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor, new EOS M lens mount, a touch-screen interface, Full 1080p HD Movie mode, ISO 100-12800 (expandable to ISO 25600), a...

Canon's EOS M is its first ever CSC and comes with use of 70+ lenses via optional adapter, though it will satisfy consumers more than enthusiasts. Read our Canon EOS M review to find out more - REVISED 17 APRIL 2013

Due to it's light weight and the ability to use my existing Canon EF lenses I find that it useful as a backup for my main camera when travelling by air

Durable; Great Picture Quality; Lightweight; Simple Controls

No Optical Viewfinder; View Finder Bad In Sun

[...]Lovely bit of kit if you want to step up from compact but still want lots of auto features.With the addition of an adaptor you can use most canon lenses.

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A little heavy; A bit pricey

A very simple and easy to use camera. If you are looking to just take good quality pictures and if you want something more than a standard digital camera (and something less than a DSLR) then a compact camera system is ideal; including your option to have additional lenses.

Could you please advise if it's a good camera to take professional photos of the interiors (both large and detail pictures)? I have an old Canon Powershot but the photos are either to dark or to light, the colors look very bland and not as in reality. As a result the interior looks dull.