Canon M200 vs Panasonic GF3

Its time to look closer at the Canon M200 and Panasonic GF3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the M200 (24MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the M200 (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor size.

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The M200 was brought out 8 years after the GF3 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the M200 scores against the GF3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are provided at Canon M200 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon M200 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF3 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Contrast the Canon M200 and Panasonic GF3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the M200 and the GF3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M200 and GF3 is 88 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by looking through technical specs. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the M200 and GF3.

As you have seen, both the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The M200 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon M200 will render more detail having its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher M200 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.