Canon M100 vs Panasonic GM5

Its time to look more closely at the Canon M100 and Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the M100 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor measurements.

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The M100 was announced 2 years after the GM5 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the M100 scores against the GM5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M100 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon M100 enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has sizing of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

Look at the Canon M100 and Panasonic GM5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the M100 and the GM5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the M100 and GM5 is 88 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by looking through technical specs. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the M100 and GM5.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M100 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon M100 will render greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger M100 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.