Micromax Canvas 5

Name: Micromax Canvas 5
Brand: Micromax
SKU: SKU3086
Rating: 2.6 (18 reviews)

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Last Updated: 28th January 2026

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Key Specs

Display 5.20-inch (1080x1920)
Processor MediaTek MT6753
Front Camera 5MP
Rear Camera 13MP
RAM 3GB
Storage 16GB
Battery Capacity 2900mAh
OS Android 5.1

Market Status Released

Release Date November 2015

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Micromax Canvas 5 Review

By Roydon Cerejo (Nov 24, 2015)

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Crisp full-HD display
Captures detailed close-ups
Good overall performance

Bad
Weak low-light camera performance
Battery life could have been better
Takes a long time to charge fully

The Canvas 5 is Micromax's new flagship offering, arriving nearly two years after its predecessor. Priced in the chaotic sub-Rs. 15,000 segment, the Canvas 5 aims to deliver stellar camera performance without costing buyers a whole lot of cash. Let's see if it can make a strong impression on us.

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Micromax Canvas 5 Summary

The Micromax Canvas 5 is a refreshing upgrade to its predecessor. The new handset features a stylish curved 2.5D display which keeps things interesting in the aesthetics department. The phone has plenty of oomph when it comes to CPU performance and thanks to the near-stock Android interface, app performance is good. The main 13-megapixel camera is very good with macros taken in daylight but low-light shots tend to be a little weak. Battery life is about average as well. At a price of Rs. 11,999, the Canvas 5 misses the mark on what could have been a very good package in this price segment.

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Micromax Canvas 5 Full Specifications

General

Alternate names	E481
Brand	Micromax
Model	Canvas 5
Price in India	₹14,999
Release date	November 2015
Form factor	Touchscreen
Dimensions (mm)	148.00 x 73.60 x 8.30
Weight (g)	143.00
Battery capacity (mAh)	2900
Removable battery	No
Colours	Brown, Grey, Slate Grey, Walnut Wood
SAR value	0.30

Display

Screen size (inches)	5.20
Touchscreen	Yes
Resolution	1080x1920 pixels
Pixels per inch (PPI)	424

Hardware

Processor	1.3GHz octa-core
Processor make	MediaTek MT6753
RAM	3GB
Internal storage	16GB
Expandable storage	Yes
Expandable storage type	microSD
Expandable storage up to (GB)	32

Camera

Rear camera	13-megapixel
Rear flash	LED
Front camera	5-megapixel
Front flash	LED

Software

Operating system

Android 5.1

Connectivity

Wi-Fi	Yes
Wi-Fi standards supported	802.11 b/g/n
GPS	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, v 4.00
NFC	No
Infrared	No
USB OTG	Yes
Headphones	3.5mm
FM	Yes
Number of SIMs	2
Wi-Fi Direct	Yes
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL)	No
SIM 1
SIM Type	Micro-SIM
GSM/CDMA	GSM
3G	Yes
4G/ LTE	Yes
Supports 4G in India (Band 40)	Yes
SIM 2
SIM Type	Micro-SIM
GSM/CDMA	GSM
3G	Yes
4G/ LTE	Yes
Supports 4G in India (Band 40)	Yes

Sensors

Compass/ Magnetometer	Yes
Proximity sensor	Yes
Accelerometer	Yes
Ambient light sensor	Yes
Gyroscope	No
Barometer	No
Temperature sensor	No

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So far so good.....

Amitabh Banerjee (Dec 2, 2015) on Gadgets 360

I have been using only Samsung phones for last many years but this time after a lot of though finally decided to give this one from Micromax a try. Feature wise I think its pretty decent a deal in this price. Havent spent much time with it yet but saw several videos and the quality was pretty crisp and movement was smooth. Havent tried camera in the dark but in light it was as good as the real thing. Dual camera recording is interesting. Another cool feature is the one which keeps track of 10 or so things u last did on ur mobile to quickly get back to one of ur choice. sound is crisp an clear and loud with good base and trebble. Yet to test a 4g connection. Only thing that might turn out to be a bit of concern is the battery life I am not sure if its draining out faster than what I would want it to be or its just that I havent optimized it yet. Have my fingers crossed on that one. Currently its allowing me max 12 screens to store my apps. Trying to figure out a way around it but not sure if its the mobile or android limitation....

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I'ts a great Phone for me

Amarjit Singh (Dec 5, 2015) on Gadgets 360

I'm using the phone in the last few days, I liked it. I can play a lot of games. And the applications can even him.

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best phone in cost and usage

Mahesh Thobhani (Dec 3, 2015) on Gadgets 360

good design, good interface, good battery, good look and feel, best phone in price. compare with Samsung J series and Sony M5; micromax canvas five win. I suggest don't waste money in Samsung J series and Sony M series. buy micromax canvas five and enjoy.

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Good Phone specially Selfie camera with flash....

Chandan Biswas (Nov 11, 2015) on Gadgets 360

Good Phone in 12000/- Segment front Camera Better then Rear Camera but Front Camera is awesome in night capturing...

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amazing operating system

Ritesh Bhatia (Aug 25, 2016) on Gadgets 360 Recommends

it is an amazing mobile thx micromax

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