To put this review in context, I must first describe my purpose and expectations for the camera. Although the M50 is offered as an "entry level" camera, I am hardly a neophyte, having been an avid photography hobbyist since purchasing my first 35mm camera in 1963. My current system consists of an older Canon APSC DSLR (t2i) with multiple lenses, flash etc. I was searching for a more compact "travel" camera to augment that system, not replace it. For that purpose, the Eos M cameras seemed the logical choice since they can be adapted to EF/EFS lenses and accept Canon accessories, but only two of them, the M5 and M50, have viewfinders, which I consider essential (the M6 accepts an optional viewfinder that increases it's cost to that of the M5 and disables the hot shoe; no joy.) According to other reviewers, the M50 has a less robust "feel" and inferior operator interface to the M5, but also has the latest generation processor, enhanced Dual Pixel AF and fully articulated touch screen. The M50's 4K video has been widely criticized, but video is not my priority. Before purchasing the M50, my greatest reservations were the "dumbed-down" user interface (compared to the M5) and the relatively short battery life. When the M50 kit with 15-45mm lens was offered with lens adapter at a 32% discount, I couldn't resist.Out of the box, I like this camera. It is a nice size, shaped to provide a good grip and with a "rubberized" texture on the right hand grip surfaces. The 15-45mm lens is quite compact, making for an easily packable travel camera, as I had hoped. This is a really small lens for a 3:1 zoom on an APS-C camera and the retractable feature helps make it so. The small M50 with 15-45mm lens is a very useful and less obtrusive "walk-around" combination. Some have cited the retraction as an inconvenience and, if so, you can always leave it extended and it is still small for its function. At its longest (45mm), the M lens is physically shorter than the EFS 18-55 at its shortest position (32mm). I like the retractable capability. The 15-45mm also has internal focusing and a non-rotating front element allowing use of a polarizing filter. The lens has a plastic mount but I have been using three other canon lenses with plastic mounts for about 7 years without problems or visible wear so I'm not concerned. The small size is possible, in part, because of a relatively "slow" aperture (f3.5-6.3) that at the long end puts it in diffraction limited territory for a 24MP APS sensor, but that is physics' "fault", not Canon's and applies to all 24mp APS cameras at about f6 or higher. Arguably, 18-20mp is a more appropriate upper limit for APS-C and note that both Canon and Nikon have limited their top-of-the-line APS cameras to about 20-21mp. That said, I've been impressed by the detail available in the M50 images, even at 100% crop. The dual pixel AF is fast and accurate and the large coverage area is a benefit, particularly with the touch focus ability. I have, however, encountered a situation where the spot focus mode missed its mark, presumably due to the size of the spot. With the focus spot centered on the white neck of an egret that was thinner than the spot, the M50 focused on the grass behind, rather than the egret, and this occurred repeatedly usually preferring the higher contrast detail even though farther away. The viewfinder is bright and clear and there is minimal lag or smearing as the camera is panned, unlike my first digital camera (Fuji S602Z). The viewfinder "exposure simulation" brightness is helpful as are the histogram and level. I still prefer an optical finder, but it is nice to have a full array of settings as well as image post-view in the EVF. The fully articulated touch screen is very useful and can be reversed to protect it in the stored position, unlike the M5. No, the handling "feel" of the M50 is not the equal of a DSLR, but is an acceptable trade-off for portability, particularly for situations where photography may not be the primary purpose of the excursion.Regarding the simplified user interface, it is somewhat inconvenient, but not a show-stopper. Most functions are easily accessible, once you learn where to find them and/or have reconfigured the controls to your priorities, but there are exceptions. Auto exposure bracketing is only accessible via menu and cannot be assigned to a control, nor does exposure bias, which has a dedicated button by default, provide a path to AEB. The ability to reassign functions to buttons is a distinct advantage as are configurable user menus but there are simply not enough controls to assign all frequently used functions, so regular menu use is unavoidable, but certainly AEB should be assignable. There is a "Quick Control Screen" accessible by pressing the "Set" button but I don't find it as useful as the "Quickmenu" of my old Canon nor does it provide access to AEB. Fortunately, there is also a "INFO Quick control screen" that will appear on the view screen (not the EVF) as you cycle through display options with the "INFO" button. This is similar to the "Quickmenu" of my DSLR and does provide access to AEB. Alternatively, you can create a custom menu that includes AEB. For most functions, there are multiple solutions; it is a matter of figuring out what combinations best work for you while avoiding conflicts that the manual does not disclose.The greatest handicap to user familiarity is the user manual, which is poorly organized and inadequately indexed with many trivially redundant entries wasting valuable space (it appears formatted for pages that are half the height of the manual as printed). An example is the on-screen level display which is not found in the index or table of contents and if you manage to find it by brute force search through the camera menus, as I did, there is no mention of the fact that the level display is mutually exclusive to tracking AF, a seemingly unrelated function!? Since tracking was already enabled, there was no level display and I only learned of the conflict through an extensive internet search where I found it mentioned in a comment to a review; and this after using the camera for a week. Older Canon manuals were much more descriptive and complete. The pull-up flash is a bit of an anachronism for a camera that emphasizes fully automatic operation, however, that is of no concern since it is as easy to flip up the flash as it is to push a button. What is curious is that raising the flash does not turn it on unless it has been enabled via menu or button (one is dedicated by default). This is not a problem once you know to enable the flash, however, I do not know whether leaving it enabled (either "AUTO" or "ON") affects battery life when the flash is down, therefore, I disable flash when not in use, and it seems a poor use of precious control real estate to need to have it assigned to a button as is the default, unless it is necessary to conserve battery (see below). The flash must also be enabled to use external flash.Silent mode is a potentially useful feature of the M50 that has been rendered virtually useless by its implementation as a "scene" selection, which limits it to fully automatic operation that I am not likely to use. Silent operation would be useful for wildlife photography or for tripod use to eliminate any mechanical vibration (shutter), but why must you forfeit control in order to use it?. Worse, AEB is not available even as a menu option in scene mode and I often need bracketed sequences to process for HDR (in- camera HDR is a scene mode also and is incompatible with raw capture). Speaking of tripod use, another feature that I miss is a remote control jack. Yes, I know that the M50 has WiFi and Bluetooth to allow it to be operated remotely by smartphone and this is a valuable feature allowing remote live-view; but establishing a WiFi connection is a bit fiddly and time consuming and the connection is lost when either device powers down. Once connected, WiFi works well and remote live view with touch focus is a treat. The bluetooth trigger function is easier to connect but provides only a shutter release without focus confirmation, and most curious, it will not function unless WiFi is enabled, even though there are separate menu entries for each. It would often be more convenient to use my existing wireless triggers and I sometimes photograph when traveling where there is no cell service and would have no other reason to carry my phone and keep it charged. This is not hypothetical, as my first use of the M50 was during a trip to West Virginia in areas without cell service and I was also carrying my DSLR (which does not have WiFi) and I needed my triggers anyway.The M50's limited battery capacity has been noted in other reviews and I can confirm that it discharges much faster than my DSLR. It was not a problem when I was away from a charger for only a few hours at a time, but on a trip to Tangier Island, the fully charged battery expired after only 129 shots in 8 hours of intermittent use in ECO mode! Fortunately, no opportunities were missed because I was about to head back to the B&B anyway. I can only speculate that the use of an EFS 55-250mm lens for 89 of the shots is the culprit, which presumably imposes a larger load for its focus motor than does the 15-45mm. Also note that the default focus setting is "continuous", which constantly refocuses even without pressing the shutter button. I didn't know this until I first mounted an EFS lens and saw the front element turning erratically. I will definitely buy more batteries, a total of 3 may suffice, but whereas I also carry 3 batteries for my DSLR, I seldom bring a charger on trips of a few days. With the M50 I will always travel with a charger. The physically smaller battery of the M50 helps facilitate the camera's diminutive size and is an understandable trade-off, but it can be inconvenient.The EFM-EF/EFS lens adapter is sturdy with metal body and lens/camera mounts and nicely finished. The small tripod foot is removable with a captive, knurled knob and the foot is keyed to the adapter so that it fits squarely and securely. I was, however, surprised by the adapter's heft until I realized that much of the mass is the foot, which seems cast of a dense metal, not a light alloy as is (I presume) the adapter body; to hazard a guess, I'd say brass, which is more than 3 times the mass of aluminum. Both the adapter body and the foot have steel 1/4x20 threaded inserts. The entire assembly weighs approx. 5.5oz, of which 2.0oz is the foot alone. The good news is that it works well with all EF/EFS lenses that I have tried, including my Tamron 150-600mm G2 (yes, the M50 does look silly mounted to such a huge lens and you must be cautious to support the lens independent of the camera.). It's worth noting that the adapter is not merely a mechanical adaptation, it involves electronic translation as well since the EFS system has only 8 contacts while EFM uses 9. In addition, EFS lenses have auto/manual and IS on/off switches while EFM have none and are switched in-camera. I'll also note that the M50 manual instructs to turn off the camera before mounting or dismounting a lens while my older Canon does not.My final gripe does not regard the camera, per se, rather Canon's software support of it, specifically the ability to easily transfer files to computer. Previously, Canon provided their "Zoom browser memory card utility" that would automatically organize files into dated folders at the location of your choice on PC. Unfortunately that utility has not been updated to recognize .CR3 files and the new "Image Transfer Utility" only operates via WiFi connection. While this may have some use, it is far less convenient than simply plugging an SD card into a computer, particularly when one must use different methods and software for different cameras of the same make. This is all the more frustrating since most other software options (including Windows) do not yet recognize .CR3 files. This is a particularly bad choice on Canon's part considering the limited battery capacity of the M50 without facility to power from an external source.Regarding software, Canon has revised their Digital Photo Professional (DPP) software for the .CR3 format and the M50 has provision to turn on lens corrections in-camera so that when opened in DPP, they are already applied, saving some processing time. This includes the application of DLO (digital lens optimizer) at what is, I assume, a predetermined optimum value for the lens settings used, but this can be adjusted in post. The 24mp files of the M50 do take significantly longer to process than the 18mp files of my DSLR and, while editing, changes may take some time before they display (I'm using an i7 processor and16GB ram). Regarding noise reduction, the default settings seem more aggressive than my DSLR for some ISO settings, but "High ISO noise reduction" can be adjusted to some degree (3 steps) in-camera and, of course, more finely in DPP during post. Incidentally, DPP v4 ability to play nice with Windows 10 has been substantially improved since its initial release, although I still encounter the occasional issue. For those not using DPP as their raw processor or who may have been turned off by DPP v3, version 4 is greatly improved and, in my view, the lens corrections of DLO are indispensable. DLO virtually banishes all lens aberrations and sharpens the image such that you may think that you have new lenses, particularly if you are using some kit lenses such as the 18-55mm IS II (unfortunately, DLO is for Canon lenses only). DLO v4 does not double the raw file size as did v3. I'm puzzled that DLO does not receive more notice in the photographic press. A note to Lightroom users: according to the Adobe site, they do not intend to add .CR3 support to Lightroom 6, so for now, DPP may be the only viable option for the M50 (and future Canon cameras??).In summary, I think that the M50 is an excellent camera for it's target market but needs better documentation to avoid frustrating buyers, particularly those new to photography to which the M50 seems directed. It is a camera that can be used with no fuss as a "point and shoot" yet incorporates a plethora of features that advanced users will value, albeit with some frustration. For my purposes, I believe the M50 is a valuable, if imperfect, addition to my system that will allow me to carry a camera more often and to more places than I might have otherwise, while using my existing lenses and flash if I choose to carry them, all while producing images that are the equal of Canon's latest APS-C DSLRs. The Ideal travel camera might be a next generation M5, melding the positive features of the M50 with the superior control interface of the M5, but of course the M5 costs significantly more. Until then, The M50 may be the best traveling Canon. If only Canon would update their memory card utility and rewrite the manual. And please, Canon, if you're determined to make cameras that are dependent on wireless connection, improve your connection software and provide enough battery to carry the load.EDIT 9/20/18: After processing and critically viewing more images, I feel that the EFM 15-45mm lens needs more comment with regard to resolution toward image extremes, particularly at the 15mm end. Image corners at wide angle can be rather soft, even while the center (actually, most of the image) is strikingly sharp. As one might expect, this is most noticeable in images shot indoors at ISO 1600 (the highest that I have used) with much detail throughout the frame and the softness is exacerbated by the increased noise in the corners due to correction for vignetting (peripheral illumination correction in Canon speak), which is substantial.Regarding Dual Pixel AF, yes it is fast and accurate - except when it isn't. I alluded to some focus misses above and suggested that the spot focus misses were related to the size of the spot, but after more use I realize that the same issue exists among the smaller focus points in the zone and tracking AF modes. I find it often misses more and is less predictable than my old 9 focus point DSLR. It is also slower to acquire focus, at least when first waking up . Part of the issue is inherent in the horizontal split of the dual-pixel array, which cannot focus on features that are much more than 45 degrees from vertical (I have confirmed this by using a lined legal pad as a target). Whereas modern DSLRs have multiple "cross-type" focus points that are sensitive to any orientation (and my old DSLR has but one), the M50 has none. It is far better than contrast AF, but not up to DSLR standards. Note that the Canon DSLRs that have dual pixel AF still use the more complex pentaprism phase detection system when possible. The touch focus ability of the M50 provides a workaround so that you can better direct the focal point, but using the view screen in this way while looking through the viewfinder will require some retraining on my part.I can confirm that battery life is related to the lenses used; in a recent outing where I used the EFS 55-250mm for 99 exposures, the battery was exhausted after only 118 shots in less than 1.5 hours of use. I may need to rethink the adequacy of carrying only 3 batteries.I mentioned that the noise reduction seems more aggressive than with my older Canon, however I neglected to mention that it is also more effective at reducing both chroma and luminance noise while preserving detail.None of this significantly alters my initial assessment of the M50. It is not a DSLR but is smaller and lighter making it better suited to incidental travel photography while providing versatility and image quality far beyond the best that smart phones or small sensor cameras can offer. I may eventually buy other EFM lenses to further reduce my travel bulk. As I've become more familiar with the M50, I find that it is usually my first choice when heading out and that I am carrying a camera more often. The T2i has mostly remained attached to my largest and heaviest lens (Tamron 150-600mm G2) and my 18-55mm EFS lens has not seen the light of day.

I thought the image quality was good for the price. The reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that the picture has a bit of a fisheye look to it that I don't remember with my previous camera. If you look at the photo, you can see the window frame looks curved when in reality it is perfectly straight.

I love making videos and have a couple of cameras that include a small joystick camera and a couple of budget action cams. Those budget cameras typically come with lots of accessories but their video quality leaves a lot to be desired. When I saw this ORDRO EP8 Wearable Camera I wasn't sure what to make of it. A wearable camera? The idea reminded me of those Google glasses from years ago. When the package arrived, I was pleasantly surprised by this camera, and in many ways, it impressed me, particularly when it comes to image quality. Here is how this camera scored in various categories. - Packaging and Accessories - 3/5. Compared to some of my budget action cams that came with a whole bunch of accessories, this camera didn't come with a lot. Included in the package were the camera itself, the headband, a card reader, a fabric carrying case, and a few connecting parts and screws. Not sure what else the manufacturer could have included, but keeping in mind the use case for this product, this is really all that is needed to start making videos. - Design - 4/5. The design of this camera is very unique as it is supposed to be worn on your head and hang over your right year. I think they succeeded as far as comfort, as the headband is relatively comfortable and the camera is lightweight. If you wear it while wearing glasses, it may become a little bit uncomfortable as the camera's band and your glasses compete for the limited amount of real estate behind your ears. There are three buttons on the top surface of the camera, and they are easily accessible. The camera has a small speaker which is essential in letting you know what function of the camera is being engaged. There is a compartment for a MicroSD card, and two jacks - one USB-C and one for HD. There is a light on the side of the camera that changes colors depending on the function (recording, charging, pairing, etc.). The body of the camera appears to be sweatproof and probably rain-proof, but I haven't tried using it in the rain (and probably never will). Overall, the design is sleek and futuristic, but not very subtle. - Features - 4/5. Given the specific purpose of the camera, there aren't too many extra features to be expected, but the main one for me is a built-in gimbal. It is a game changer, as the resulting videos are smooth and free of the jerkiness you get with regular action cams (unless you use a dedicated gimbal). The camera can take 4K videos, and pictures, and has built-in WiFi (to communicate with its app). You can engage a few additional features such as various video modes (such as slow motion) via the app. This camera also features lens correction functionality, which helps compensate for the fish-eye distortion of the lens. - App - 4/5. Because of the nature of this cam and the fact that it lacks any displays, the only way to control the camera while wearing it is via the app. Thankfully, the app is relatively good. The setup is easy and to connect the camera you'll need to turn on the camera's WiFi and change your phone's wi-fi to that of the camera's. Once connected you can see what your camera sees on your phone's screen. This is very helpful as you never know if your camera is pointed in the right direction or if anything is obstructing the view (like your hat, hair, or sunglasses). You can also change the settings via the app for video/picture quality, take pictures and start/end videos, and store video/picture files on your device. Think of the phone app as a remote control for your wearable camera. I had no major issues with the app, outside of occasional freezing. - Video Quality - 5/5. My biggest issue with my budget action cameras is the video quality. Those cameras are marketed as 4K cameras, but the video quality is sub-par. I was sincerely hoping this ORDOR camera would be better, and I am happy to say I am not at all disappointed. The image quality of the videos I've shot is superb. It is so good that I am not even using the 4K resolution, the videos are good enough even at 1080i. There are no major image distortions, and the details are clear. Even in lower-light situations, the camera holds its onw and the image graininess is minimal. The videos turn out smooth even when I am walking briskly and because it has a real gimbal built-in, there is no image quality loss commonly associated with electronic image stabilization. Overall, the video quality is quite impressive and is far superior to all of my pseudo-4K budget action cams. - Mic Quality - 4/5. The mic on this camera is pretty decent but may be a bit too sensitive. It picks up all the sounds really well, but maybe even too well, as it sits close to your head and mouth. I don't have a problem with the mic, but I really wish there was an option to connect an external lapel microphone. - Photo Quality - 3/5. The picture quality is just OK, even though you can set the resolution to 20 megapixels. Any comparison with any smartphone's camera would not be in favor of this cam. I would use it to take pictures only if nothing else is available. - Battery Life - 4/5. The camera's battery charges quickly and lasts for quite a long time, which is great. I wish there was a way to swap batteries, but that is not available here. - Value - 4/5. The camera occupies a strange territory and for this kind of money, you can probably get a real action camera, although I doubt you would get a built-in gimbal and excellent image quality. If you see value in having a wearable camera then this one is perfect for that purpose and it's worth the money.I really like this camera and can't wait to use it to its full potential on my upcoming trip. There are a few things I would change about it. I wish they put a threaded hole on the bottom of the camera, in addition to the one on the side where the headband is attached. That way I could attach it to all of my action cam mounts and accessories and use this camera for all other purposes, not just while walking. Overall, this is a great wearable camera and if you're doing some vlogging this could be a great solution for you. The image quality is excellent, the gimbal helps stabilize your videos, the app works well, and the value is pretty decent. I recommend it and hope you find this review helpful.

I bought two of these, one for my grandkids nursery room and the other for the playroom in which I use the wide lens, I love the quality of the picture, it didn't take wifi and you can talk to the kids and they can talk to you!! I live in a two story house and this works perfect!! I sttongly recommend it!

I bought this when it first came out in 2008 prior to a trip to Disney. It replaced an original Digital Rebel (6.3 MP) which was also a great camera (which I passed down ?up to my Dad). Getting this camera has taken my photography to a whole new level - it is a great camera. It is easy to use and takes sharp pictures. The user interface is well done and will be second nature to anyone with experience with a Canon (even point and shoots). The easiest thing to do is to use it in "full auto" mode for a while but don't get complacent and keep it there for the life of the camera - try turning that dial and repeating shots so you can learn all that this wonderful unit is capable of. At the price point this is really too good to pass up.If you are considering this camera vs. the point and shoot variety, I have found the main two advantages of DSLR to be the lack of delay in shutter release and of course the clarity of the pictures with the larger lenses. The first issue is often of paramount importance in taking pictures of kids and pets - they never stay still for long! With regards to picture quality, it is interesting that manufacturers "push" the megapixels so much on the point and shoots. PLEASE don't make the mistake of thinking that 12 MP on a point and shoot will come anywhere near the pictures from this camera (provided a good lens is attached). There really is no comparison. I have several point and shoot cameras (which I have also reviewed) and though they trump the DSLR for portability (or ability to immerse in water for the D10) there is no comparison for picture quality.I have recently upgraded lenses with the addition of two "L" lenses (which work great with the XSI) and may upgrade to the new Rebel T2i in the future for both improved sensitivity (ISO 6400 on that camera, 1600 max on this one) and the ability to record HD video, which this camera does not have. That said, this camera has served me very well and will continue to do so. As another reviewer pointed out, the battery life on this one is terrific - I bought a second battery but have only rarely used it (though I rotate them, of course).In summary, this is a terrific camera which I would highly recommend to anyone considering "making the jump" to DSLR.

First off, presentation was great. It comes in a nicely put together box and you can tell a lot of thought went into the packaging design.The lenses work very well and give you the opportunity to get that wider angle or up-close macro focus. They are substantial lenses and feel very top-notch, as far as quality.The clip is strong and keeps the lens in place snugly, as you shoot, regardless your positioning or rotation of your device. It should be noted, though, that the clip isn't long enough to handle more substantial cases. I have a LoveMei case for my Note 8, which is similar to an OtterBox Defender series as far as size, thickness, etc. If you have one of these cases, or one that is similar in size, know that you'll need to take your case off to use the lenses, IF you plan on using them with the clip. You could always hand-hold, but that will take some stability. If the clip was a little wider, and maybe 1/2" - 3/4" longer, it would probably work for bigger cases. Alas, you can't provide a solution for everything, and I'm sure the majority of phone owners aren't using big, bulky cases.All that being said, I'll definitely keep the set. The LED light is fine and could be a good light source during macro shooting, as often times the phone/lens will cast a shadow on your subject, depending on where the main light-source is. This is a result of the focal point is so close to the lens.I'd love to see some sort of polarizing filter lens and a tele-lens option (2-3x), but not sure how feasible that is, while still maintaining optical clarity in the majority of the images. Just a recommend.All in all, good lenses, great product presentation and craftsmanship.

I use this product for vlogging, mostly staying stationary (fixed-spot), on a Canon M50. The video image quality is excellent. Produces nice soft backgrounds. The only down fall for shooting videos on "the go"... it lacks on-board image stabilization.

After reading some of the reviews for this camera I was a bit worried about it, but I couldn't find any better options.After getting it, setting it up, and playing with it for awhile I'm not sure what issues some of the past reviewers had. In macOS, it was completely plug and play. It comes with USB-C (webcam end) to USB-A (computer end) cable which works great with my Anker USB-C hub and my 2019 15" Macbook Pro.The camera worked as soon as I had it plugged in, and video quality was great right out of the box. I went to logitech's website to download the settings software and noticed there was a firmware update available for it, and once I had that installed I noticed the auto focus worked a little better. The settings app for the camera is great. It is responsive, changes things exactly as you would expect, and the settings stick with the camera after you close the settings app. I especially like the Field of View settings that let you crop your face instead of showing the entire room. due to the wide lens.I highly recommend this camera plus some form of lighting (maybe consider a TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp) to make video calls and presentations look SO MUCH more professional than a typical webcam. As unfortunate as it might be, a good webcam like this can really convey professionalism in ways that a lot of people can't put a finger on.