Canon M3 vs Panasonic S5

Here, we are reviewing the Canon M3 and Panasonic S5, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the M3 (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is very well matched but the M3 (APS-C) and S5 (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The M3 was revealed 6 years prior to the S5 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the M3 scores versus the S5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M3 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The full galleries are available at Canon M3 Gallery & Panasonic S5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 offers physical dimensions of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) while the Panasonic S5 has dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Contrast the Canon M3 and Panasonic S5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the M3 against the S5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and S5 is 85 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The visual here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the M3 and S5.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizing. The M3 includes the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder. The older M3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.