Canon M10 vs Panasonic GX7

Following is a extended assessment of the Canon M10 and Panasonic GX7, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M10 (18MP) and the GX7 (16MP) is fairly similar but the M10 (APS-C) and GX7 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The M10 was launched 24 months after the GX7 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the M10 scores vs the GX7 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M10 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M10 has got physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 301 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic GX7 has proportions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

Check the Canon M10 and Panasonic GX7 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the M10 versus the GX7.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M10 and GX7 is 88 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M10 and GX7.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M10 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon M10 will offer you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer M10 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.