- APS-C 323.4mm2
- 12.2 megapixels
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Go in depth with our full Canon T3 Review.
- See real-world photos taken with the T3.
- 35mm 855.6mm2
- 24.0 megapixels
- ISO 320 - 25,000
- Go in depth with our full Leica M Monochrom (Typ 246) Review.
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Prices: | Compare Prices | Compare Prices |
Manufacturer URL: | Manufacturer website | Manufacturer website |
Predecessor: |
Canon XS
XS vs T3 |
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Successor: |
Canon T5
T3 vs T5 |
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General | ||
Model Number: | T3 | M Monochrom (Typ 246) |
Alternate Model Number(s): | ||
Camera Format: | SLR | Rangefinder |
Currently Manufactured: | No | Yes |
Retail Price: | $599.99 | $7450.00 |
Street Price: | $199.00 | $7,595.00 |
Date Available: | 2011-03-15 | 2015-05-07 |
Tripod Mount: | Yes | Yes |
Weight: |
24.8 oz
(702 g)
includes batteries, kit lens |
24.0 oz
(680 g)
includes batteries |
Size: |
5.1 x
3.9 x
3.1 in. (130 x 100 x 78 mm) |
5.5 x
3.1 x
1.7 in. (139 x 80 x 42 mm) |
Waterproof: | No | No |
Waterproof Depth: | n/a | n/a |
Image Sensor | ||
Sensor Type: | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor Manufacturer: | Canon | |
Effective Megapixels: | 12.2 | 24.0 |
Sensor Format: | APS-C | 35mm |
Sensor size: | 323.4mm2 (22.00mm x 14.70mm) | 855.62mm2 (35.80mm x 23.90mm) |
Approximate Pixel Pitch: | 5.15 microns | 6.01 microns |
Focal Length Multiplier: | 1.6x | 1.0x |
Aspect Ratio: | 3:2 | 3:2 |
Color Filter Type: | RGBG | None |
Anti Aliasing Filter: | Fixed | None |
Self-Cleaning: | No | No |
Sensor shift image stabilization: | No | No |
On-Sensor Phase Detect: | No | No |
DxO Sensor Score: | 62 | |
DxO Color Depth Score (bits): | 21.9 | |
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs): | 11.0 | |
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso): | 755 | |
Image Capture | ||
Image Resolution: |
4272 x 2848
(12.2 MP,
3:2), 3088 x 2056 (6.3 MP, 3:2), 2256 x 1504 (3.4 MP, 3:2), 1920 x 1280 (2.5 MP, 3:2), 720 x 480 (0.3 MP, 3:2) |
5952 x 3968
(23.6 MP,
3:2), 4256 x 2832 (12.1 MP, 3:2), 2976 x 1984 (5.9 MP, 3:2), 1600 x 1072 (1.7 MP, Other) |
Image File Format: | JPEG, .CR2 RAW (14-bit), RAW+JPEG | JPEG, .DNG RAW (14-bit, compressed or uncompressed), RAW+JPEG |
Continuous-mode frames/second: | 2.9 | 3.0 |
Video Capture | ||
Can take movies: | Yes | Yes |
Movie Resolution: | 1280x720 (30/25) |
1920x1080 (25p/24p)
1280x720 (25p/24p) |
Movie File Format: | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video with mono linear PCM audio in MOV container | QuickTime Motion JPEG (MOV); built-in mic is mono, but external stereo mic adapter available |
Composite Video Out: | No | No |
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video: | n/a | n/a |
Video Usable as Viewfinder: | n/a | n/a |
HD Video Out: | Yes | No |
HD Video Connection: | HDMI | |
Lens & Optics | ||
Lens Mount: | Canon EF/EF-S | Leica M bayonet |
Lens: | Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II | n/a |
Focal Length (35mm equivalent): | 29 - 88mm | |
Focal Length (actual): | 18 - 55mm | |
Zoom Ratio: | 3.06x | |
Aperture Range: | f/3.5 - 22 (wide) / f/5.6 - 38 (tele) | Varies with lens used |
Integrated ND Filter: | No | No |
Normal Focus Range: |
25 cm to Infinity 9.8 in to Infinity |
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Macro Focus Range: | ||
Filter Thread: | 58.0mm | n/a |
Thread Type: | n/a | n/a |
Optical Image Stabilization: | Yes | No |
Digital Zoom: | No | No |
Digital Zoom Values: | n/a | n/a |
Auto Focus | ||
Auto Focus: | Yes | No |
Auto Focus Type: | Phase Detect with TTL-CT-SIR AF-dedicated CMOS Sensor: 9 points; 1 cross-type f/5.6, 8 single-axis; Live View: Phase Detect, Contrast Detect, Face Detect modes | N/A (Manual focus with OVF/Live View with magnification, focus peaking) |
Auto Focus Assist Light? | Yes | n/a |
Manual Focus: | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder | ||
Viewfinder: | Optical / LCD | Optical / LCD |
Viewfinder Type: | SLR type; fixed eye-level pentamirror, 95% coverage, 0.80x mag., 21mm eyepoint, -2.5 to +0.5 diopter | Non-TTL bright-line frame rangefinder w/ automatic parallax compensation, 0.68x magnification, calibrated to -0.5 dpt (corrective lenses from -3 to +3 diopter available); Optional Visoflex EVF-2 Electronic Viewfinder |
Focus Peaking: | No | Yes |
EVF Resolution: | n/a | n/a |
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent): | 0.50x | 0.68x |
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed): | 0.80x | 0.68x |
Display | ||
Eye-level Viewfinder: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display: | Yes | Yes |
Rear Display Size (inches): | 2.7 | 3.0 |
Rear Display Resolution: | 230,400 dots (76,800 px) | 921,600 dots (307,200 px) |
Touchscreen: | No | No |
Articulating Screen: | No | No |
Tilt Swivel Screen: | No | No |
Selfie Screen: | No | No |
Max Playback Zoom: | 10.0x | |
Top Deck Display: | No | No |
Exposure | ||
Maximum ISO (native): | 6400 | 25000 |
Minimum ISO (native): | 100 | 320 |
ISO Settings: | Auto, 100 - 6400 in 1/3 or 1EV steps | Auto, ISO 320 to 25000 in 1/3 EV steps |
Auto ISO Mode: | Yes | Yes |
White Balance Settings: | Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, White Fluorescent, Flash, Custom | None |
Shutter Speed Range: | 1/4000 - 30 sec | 1/4000 - 60 sec |
Bulb Mode: | Yes | Yes |
Exposure Compensation: | +/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps |
Metering Modes: | 63-zone Evaluative (linked to any AF point), Center-weighted, Partial (10%); iFCL with dual layer sensor | OVF: TTL Center-weighted with working aperture; Live view: TTL Multi, Center-weighted, Spot |
Program Auto Exposure: | Yes | No |
Aperture Priority: | Yes | Yes |
Shutter Priority: | Yes | No |
Full Manual Exposure: | Yes | Yes |
Creative Exposure Modes: | Creative Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports,Night portrait, Flash off, Auto Depth-of-field AE | B&W capture only; Filters available including new yellow, orange and green filters. |
Self Timer: | 10, 2, Continuous (2-10) seconds | 2 or 12 seconds |
Time Lapse (intervalometer): | No | |
High Resolution Composite: | No | No |
Flash | ||
Built-in Flash: | Yes | No |
Flash Modes: | E-TTL II: Auto, Manual flash; Red-Eye Reduction; Second Curtain Synchro | Control with center-weighted TTL pre-flash metering (with SCA-3501/3502 adapter, or SCA-3000 standard flash unit such as Leica SF 24D/Leica SF 58); First or second curtain sync. |
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100): | 9.2 m / 30.2 ft. | n/a |
Flash Range Description: | Lens aperture dependent | n/a |
Max Flash Sync: | 1/200 | 1/180 |
Flash Exposure Compensation: | +/- 2.0 EV in 0.3EV steps | +/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps |
External Flash Connection: | Hot Shoe | SCA-3502 compatible hot shoe, with center contact |
Built-In Wireless Flash Control: | ||
Image Storage | ||
Usable Memory Types: | SD / SDHC / SDXC | SD / SDHC / SDXC |
UHS Support: | No UHS support | |
Other Memory: | ||
Dual Card Slots: | No | No |
RAW Capture Support: | Yes | Yes |
Uncompressed Format: | .CR2 RAW (14-bit), RAW+JPEG | .DNG RAW (14-bit, compressed or uncompressed), RAW+JPEG |
Movie File Format: | MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 video with mono linear PCM audio in MOV container | QuickTime Motion JPEG (MOV); built-in mic is mono, but external stereo mic adapter available |
Included Memory: | No memory included | No memory included |
Included Memory Type: | ||
Connectivity | ||
Built-In Wi-Fi: | No | No |
NFC: | No | No |
Bluetooth: | No | No |
Built-In GPS: | No | No |
Microphone Jack: | No | No |
Headphone Jack: | No | No |
External Connections: | USB 2.0 High Speed | |
PictBridge Compliant: | Yes | No |
DPOF Compliant: | Yes | No |
Remote Control: | Yes | Yes |
Remote Control Type: | Optional Wired (RS-60E3) | Threaded cable release |
Connections (extended): | Mini (Type-C) HDMI-CEC, Wired Remote Jack | Accessory port, contact strip for Multifunction Hand Grip M |
Performance Timing | ||
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution): | 0.42 | |
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame): | 0.42 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames): | 4 | |
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot): | 0.76 | |
Camera penalizes early shutter press? | No | |
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution): | 2.9 | 3.0 |
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution): | 17 | 30 |
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 2.0 | |
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames): | 3 | |
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps): | 1.4 | |
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames): | 1 | |
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid): | 0.31 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, tele): | ||
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR): | 0.93 seconds | |
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR): | 0.099 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (manual focus): | 0.134 seconds | |
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash): | 0.32 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (prefocused): | 0.113 seconds | |
Shutter Lag (notes): | Optical Viewfinder: Wide-area AF lag: 0.190s Live View AF lags: Phase Detect = 1.244s Contrast Detect = 0.927s Prefocused = 0.099s | |
Startup Time: | 0.3 seconds | |
Play -> Record Time: | 0.3 seconds | |
Flash cycle time, full power: | 1.8 seconds | |
Power | ||
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View): | 220 shots | |
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF): | 700 shots | |
Battery Life, Video: | ||
Battery Form Factor: | Proprietary LP-E10 | Proprietary 7.4v 1800mAh |
Usable Battery Types: | Lithium-ion rechargeble | Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Batteries Included: | 1 x Proprietary LP-E10 Lithium-ion rechargeble | 1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable |
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter): | Yes | Yes |
Dedicated Battery Charger Included: | Yes | Yes |
Internal Charging Supported: | No | No |
Software | ||
Included Software: | EOS Digital Solutions Disc (EOS Utility, ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, Digital Photo Professional, Picture Style Editor, Movie Edit Task, Video Snapshot Task, PhotoStitch) | Free download of Adobe Lightroom for registered owners |
OS Compatibility: | Windows XP/Vista/7, Mac OS X 10.4+ | Windows Vista SP2 /7/ 8; Mac OS X (10.5 or higher) |
Miscellaneous | ||
Notes & Features: | Feature Guide, Basic + Function, Video Snapshot, 720p Movies. | Captures black and white stills and video with no interpolation. Finished in black chrome. |