Disclosure: This is not a compensated or sponsored post. I was provided the product for review purposes only. All opinions expressed here are my own.
Photography has never been a strength of mine. I have been practicing for years to take better pictures both for work and personal use. When I got a chance to test out the Canon EOS M10 Digital Camera I jumped at the opportunity.
If you are looking into getting a DSLR camera but do not understand the much of the technicalities behind photography, then you could start with a semi pro camera first. I do not have time to study photography and the camera settings, so I prefer a really simple camera with great auto settings that allow me to take high-quality photographs. I found the answer when I got to try the Canon EOS M10.
This camera is aesthetically pleasing to the eyes and I like its simplistic outlook with not too many buttons. Most of the settings can done with your fingertip on the screen through the inbuilt system within the system itself within the camera itself. With lesser buttons, you don’t get those instances where you accidently press a button and camera operates in a different mode.
Highlighted features:
18.0 Megapixel CMOS (APS-C) sensor, ISO 100-12800 (expandable to H:25600)
- Canon DIGIC 6 Image Processor
- Hybrid CMOS AF II for accurate autofocus along with maximum continuous shooting speeds up to 4.6 fps
- 3.0-inch tilt-type (180º up) LCD monitor (approximately 1,040,000 dots)
- Full HD 1920×1080 movies at 24p and 30p in MP4 format
- Self Portrait mode to adjust camera effects, including skin smoothness and brightness
- Compatible with all EF-M lenses as well as full line of EF and EF-S lenses*
- Compact size at just 4.2 x 2.6 x 1.3 inches, and just over 10.5 ounces (including battery and memory card)
- Built-in retractable flash
- Built in Wi-Fi and NFC (Near Field Communication) plus Mobile Device Connect Button
The picture quality turns out as good as any other camera. It is so much easier to store and carry the Canon EOS M10 during travel as compared to those bulky DSLR cameras. Even if you knew nothing about photography, you can still capture high-quality professional photos. With Canon, everyone can become a photographer.
My favorite feature is the 180 Tilt-type Touchscreen LCD that allows me to take selfies and vlogs on my own. A moveable screen is somewhat important these days as it allows you to take photographs from various angles.
In the packaging itself, there’s the user guide, battery charger, adapter, camera body and the lens. The lens is interchangeable so if you want to explore with photography in greater depth, you can change the lenses.
The other plus points for this camera is the battery which can last for pretty long and the night shots are awesome. It can capture clear imagines even under low-light conditions. This camera is pretty smart I can safely say.
It is lightweight and comfortably designed body allow you to hold and take it with you wherever you travel. It fits nicely in the palm or your hand.
I believe that this camera is custom-made for my own needs and use. All I need is a shutter button and the three modes on the dial. I don’t exactly need to adjust any other settings when my camera can work and think of me.
Like the other latest canon cameras, the Canon EOS M10 is wifi-enabled and allows you to capture photos with your phone as long as you download the Canon app. It turns your phone into a remote control and you can take beautiful shots even if you are at a distance away from your camera.
“This is the camera for the social media generation, including those who love to take and share high-quality photos and video while on the go. It will help them make the transition to a dedicated, high-quality digital camera, because of its mobile compatibility and creative options,” said Yuichi Ishizuka, president and COO, Canon U.S.A., Inc.
The built-in Near Field Communication (NFC) functionality of the EOS M10 camera is compatible with most current AndroidTM devices** for easy setup of Wi-Fi® communication, and the camera’s Mobile Device Connect Button supports wireless connectivity with IOS® and AndroidTM devices. The EOS M10 camera also supports wireless remote control featuring live view in compatible Apple® and Android devices using Canon’s free Camera Connect app***, available through the Apple App Store and Google PlayTM store.
The EOS M10 camera is fully compatible with Canon’s Connect Station CS100, a home hub device that provides a fast and easy way to store photos and videos from the camera as well as view them on the living room TV, transfer them to social media networks and share them with other linked Connect Station CS100 devices, for an added level of sharing.
Pricing and Availability
The EOS M10 camera is available through authorized Canon dealers, and is offered in a kit with the EF-M 15-45mm f/3.5-6.3 IS STM zoom lens at an estimated retail price of $599.99. The camera body is available in black or white, and is also available in gray exclusively through the Canon Online store at http://shop.usa.canon.com/.
As I spoke about earlier, photography was one of the things that I am constantly trying to improve upon. The great thing about Canon is that they also offer courses for your photography needs. Here are a few that might be of interest to you.
Get in the Game: Winning Youth Sports Shots
No-sweat family sports photography starts here. With some simple instruction, you can capture your MVPs in action. Host Damian Strohmeyer, Canon Explorer of Light with over 70 Sports Illustrated covers to his credit, will show you his winning tips and advice to become an all-star at capturing all the action, drama and emotion.
Find out how to:
Set up and position your camera for championship photos
- Pick the lens that fits the game
- Make autofocus your favorite teammate
- Compose shots for “peak” action
Child’s Play: Simple Tips for Photographing Children
Kids grow up in a snap. But take great photos of your children and you’ll have beautiful keepsakes forever. Join blogger and photographer Jennifer Borget and see how there’s more to taking great pictures than simply breaking out your smartphone.
Jennifer shares easy-to-follow hints, tips and advice, including:
Basic DSLR camera settings and functions
- How to capture candid moments at home
- How to get a squirmy child to sit still (at least long enough for a photo!)
- Extracting natural smiles
- Great ways to compose a “good shot”
- Creating photos you’ll want to print and hang on your wall
Photo 101: How To Take Great Pictures
Ready to turn ordinary snapshots into remarkable photographs? Let Canon expert Rudy Winston take you beyond the basics with plenty of easy-to-follow tips.
Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve taken pictures for years, Rudy’s professional advice is designed to help you improve your photos right now:
Begin by learning how to “see like a photographer.”
- Discover the importance of subject, background, lighting, timing and composition.
- Understand some common challenges, such as how to freeze fast-moving subjects.
- Learn how to view light the way a camera does, and discover the importance of shadows.
I love the Photo 101 course, it is a great introductory course.
These are just a few to check out more visit: https://shop.usa.canon.com/shop/en/catalog/education/online-learning-courses