Canon M vs Panasonic G1

Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon M and Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the M (18MP) and G1 (12MP) and the M (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The M was unveiled 3 years later than the G1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the M grades versus the G1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The full galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery & Panasonic G1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Canon M provides outer dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic G1 has proportions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the M and the G1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M and G1 is 89 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and G1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Canon M will show greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger M is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.