Canon M3 vs Panasonic G6

Here, we are evaluating the Canon M3 versus Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and G6 (16MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and G6 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The M3 was introduced 22 months after the G6 making them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Canon M3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the M3 grades versus the G6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon M3 comes with physical measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the M3 and the G6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and G6 is 85 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over specs. The image below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M3 and G6.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M3 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon M3 will deliver extra detail using its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer M3 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.