Canon M5 vs Panasonic S5

Lets look a little more closely at the Canon M5 versus Panasonic S5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the M5 (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is very well matched but the M5 (APS-C) and S5 (Full frame) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The M5 was introduced 4 years before the S5 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the M5 matches up vs the S5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon M5 Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Canon M5 comes with physical measurements of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic S5 has sizing of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Analyze the Canon M5 versus Panasonic S5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the M5 vs the S5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and S5 is 77 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M5 and S5.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got the exact same resolution but not the same sensor dimensions. The M5 has got the tinier sensor which will make obtaining bokeh tougher. The more aged M5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.