Canon M vs Panasonic G5

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon M versus Panasonic G5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the G5 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the M (APS-C) and G5 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The M was revealed very close to the G5 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple summation of how the M matches up versus the G5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The full galleries are available at Canon M Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M has got external 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 G5 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the M vs the G5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M and G5 is 89 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M and G5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The M using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon M will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively.