Canon M3 vs Panasonic GX1

Below, we will be contrasting the Canon M3 versus Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the M3 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The M3 was manufactured 3 years later than the GX1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M3 grades against the GX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon M3 features outer dimensions 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 GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the M3 versus the GX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the M3 and GX1 is 85 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through specifications. The visual below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M3 and GX1.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M3 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon M3 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent M3 should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.