Canon M5 vs Panasonic G6

Following is a complete comparison of the Canon M5 versus Panasonic G6, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the M5 (24MP) and G6 (16MP) and the M5 (APS-C) and G6 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The M5 was introduced 3 years after the G6 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the M5 matches up vs the G6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are available at Canon M5 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon M5 provides outside dimensions of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Check the Canon M5 versus Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the M5 and the G6.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M5 and G6 is 77 and 74 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The pic below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M5 and G6.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M5 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon M5 will give you more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The younger M5 should have an advantage in sensor tech.