Canon M100 vs Panasonic GF7

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Canon M100 and Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and GF7 (16MP) and the M100 (APS-C) and GF7 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The M100 was manufactured 2 years after the GF7 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the M100 matches up versus the GF7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M100 Gallery & Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon M100 comes with 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) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has proportions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the M100 vs the GF7.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M100 and GF7 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specifications. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M100 and GF7.

To sum up, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The M100 due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon M100 will offer greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent M100 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.