Canon M100 vs Panasonic GX850

Here, we will be contrasting the Canon M100 versus Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the M100 (24MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the M100 (APS-C) and GX850 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor size.

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The M100 was announced 8 months after the GX850 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the M100 scores against the GX850 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The whole galleries are available at Canon M100 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Canon M100 offers outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Canon M100 versus Panasonic GX850 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the M100 against the GX850.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M100 and GX850 is 88 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the M100 and GX850.

As you can see, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The M100 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon M100 will offer greater detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger M100 should have an advantage in sensor innovation.