Canon M100 vs Panasonic GF6

Here, we are analyzing the Canon M100 vs Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the M100 (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The M100 was announced 4 years later than the GF6 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the M100 matches up vs the GF6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are available at Canon M100 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Canon M100 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Panasonic GF6 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Canon M100 vs Panasonic GF6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the M100 against the GF6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the M100 and GF6 is 88 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the M100 and GF6.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M100 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon M100 will offer more detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern M100 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.