Canon 5D MIV vs Panasonic LF1

The following is a complete overview of the Canon 5D MIV versus Panasonic LF1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and LF1 (12MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and LF1 (1/1.7") posses different sensor sizing.

Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealing

The 5D MIV was revealed 2 years after the LF1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 5D MIV being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic LF1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the 5D MIV grades against the LF1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1. The full galleries are available at Canon 5D MIV Gallery and Panasonic LF1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 5D MIV enjoys outer measurements of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) and the Panasonic LF1 has sizing of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

Examine the Canon 5D MIV versus Panasonic LF1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 5D MIV versus the LF1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 5D MIV and LF1 is 55 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5D MIV and LF1.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 5D MIV using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 5D MIV will show more detail because of its extra 18MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent 5D MIV should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.