Canon M vs Panasonic GM1

Let's take a closer look at the Canon M versus Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M (18MP) and the GM1 (16MP) is very close but the M (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The M was manufactured 17 months prior to the GM1 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M grades versus the GM1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M features physical measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic GM1 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the M against the GM1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M and GM1 is 89 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M and GM1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The M because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon M will render greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older M will be behind in sensor technology.