My review. I will put it through more 'testing' than some might as I use my cameras for motorsports... subject tracking will be used and put to the rest! Figured an in depth and updated review might help others. I also went from a Sony Nex 5N to the EOS M so my review might help some on the edge of a decision.
Day One.
I purchased the EOS M on the huge instant rebate. At 299.99 plus 99.99 for the camera, 22mm lens and EF adapter it was a no brainer. I sold my Nex 5N for a profit and walked away with ~100 dollars cash. I did want to buy the EOS M as soon as it was announced but like any new camera tech I wait. And 110% glad I did since the initial release's focus issues would have sent me over the edge. With rebate and the sample videos of the updated firmware I was sold. Special bonus is one could now use their EF lenses but with the Nex 5N adapters were needed and lose features.
Build Quality - It's well built. It feels much more substantial, although it is physically smaller, than the Nex 5N. It has some weight. More than one would imange when going to pick it up. I like that. All the buttons, wheels and screen feel nice to the touch. It doesn't come with much though in the box. Camera, lens, strap, manuals, battery/charger and one cable. Don't think you need much else but lots were in older dSLR boxes.
Screen - This is really nice. I think it is better than the 5D MKII and 7D. Nicest I have seen on a camera. I would say maybe it is the same as the 1Dx? Colors are vibrant. What you see is what you get which is nice. It has capacitive(sp?) touch screen so can multi-zoon and pretty effortless to browse around.
Ergonomics - It is small. It easily fits in a pocket or a normal sized hand. However it's not 'too small' in my opinion. It could use a larger 'grip' like what is present on the Sony's. Controls are easy to use. Menus are quick and easy. All the custom functions will be familiar to a Canon shooter. All are the same.
Shooting - Is great. As easy and good as the Nex 5N. Focus is quick and accurate. Even with the adapter and 300mm f/2.8L it grabs focus quick. Even in a moving car it could lock onto items going by down the road. Really happy with this aspect of the camera.
Focus Test Video - This is inside at 10pm. Just overhead light bulbs that are halogen. To give you an idea on AUTO ISO the camera wants to use 1/30(f/4.5 on 22mm "Kit") of a second and ISO 3200. It's not well lit. Outdoor this test is ~2-3x as fast. So that is pretty darn good.
http://www.youtube.com …=UU2ym1n879A4-8rGEy-HIStA
Sample Photos from today. Will add some high ISO items here shortly.
EOS M - Adapter - EF 300mm f/2.8L
BMW E21 323i Baur TC1 01
by Halston Pitman | MotorSportMedia, on FlickrEOS M - 22mm "Kit"
BMW E21 323i Baur TC1 02
by Halston Pitman | MotorSportMedia, on FlickrEOS M - 22mm "KIT"
1971 Pontiac GTO Orange Muscle Car 455ci 455 Big Block 11
by Halston Pitman | MotorSportMedia, on FlickrMore to come. Some high ISO. Subject tracking. Maybe a video? Going to take it to the track and try to pan with it
