Canon M vs Panasonic GF8

Following is a extensive analysis of the Canon M versus Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the GF8 (16MP) is pretty comparable but the M (APS-C) and GF8 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The M was released 4 years prior to the GF8 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the M matches up vs the GF8 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon M provides exterior dimensions of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF8 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the M compared to the GF8.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the M and GF8 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the M and GF8.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon M will show extra detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged M will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.