Canon M200 vs Panasonic GX9

Here, we are looking at the Canon M200 and Panasonic GX9, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the M200 (24MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the M200 (APS-C) and GX9 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizes.

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The M200 was introduced 20 months later than the GX9 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the M200 matches up versus the GX9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M200 and Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The whole galleries are provided at Canon M200 Gallery and Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M200 has external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Panasonic GX9 has sizing of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Canon M200 and Panasonic GX9 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the M200 against the GX9.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M200 and GX9 is 88 and 82 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specifications. The graphic here might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M200 and GX9.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M200 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon M200 will give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more modern M200 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.