Canon M200 vs Panasonic GX85

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon M200 and Panasonic GX85, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the M200 (24MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the M200 (APS-C) and GX85 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The M200 was released 3 years later than the GX85 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the M200 scores versus the GX85 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The complete galleries are available at Canon M200 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M200 has outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX85 has proportions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M200 versus the GX85.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M200 and GX85 is 88 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M200 and GX85.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M200 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon M200 will give greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more modern M200 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.