Canon M10 vs Panasonic GF7
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Canon M10 vs Panasonic GF7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Increase to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 301g - 108 x 67 x 35mm
- Released October 2015
- Updated by Canon M100
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Introduced February 2015
- Replaced the Panasonic GF6
- Updated by Panasonic GF8
Canon M10 vs Panasonic GF7 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon M10 versus Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the M10 (18MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the M10 (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe M10 was brought out 9 months after the GF7 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the M10 matches up versus the GF7 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Canon M10 vs Panasonic GF7 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are available at Canon M10 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M10 over the Panasonic GF7
M10 | GF7 | |||
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Introduced | October 2015 | February 2015 | Newer by 9 months | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF7 over the Canon M10
GF7 | M10 |
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Common features in the Canon M10 and Panasonic GF7
M10 | GF7 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1040k | The same screen resolution | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon M10 vs Panasonic GF7 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon M10 has outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Look at the Canon M10 versus Panasonic GF7 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M10 against the GF7.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M10 and GF7 is 88 and 90 respectively.
Canon M10 vs Panasonic GF7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the M10 and GF7.
Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M10 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Canon M10 will give you greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The newer M10 should have an advantage in sensor tech.
Canon M10 vs Panasonic GF7 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon M10 vs Panasonic GF7 Specifications
Canon EOS M10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon EOS M10 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2015-10-12 | 2015-02-01 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 23 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.6 frames/s | 5.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 4.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, on, off, slow synchro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 301g (0.66 pounds) | 266g (0.59 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 753 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 255 photos | 230 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $599 | $308 |