Canon M vs Panasonic G6

Lets take a closer look at the Canon M and Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M (18MP) and the G6 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the M (APS-C) and G6 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The M was brought out 9 months prior to the G6 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the M grades against the G6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon M features external measurements 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 G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the M versus the G6.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M and G6 is 89 and 74 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The image here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M and G6.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon M will produce greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged M will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.