Canon M5 vs Panasonic GX7

Here, we are reviewing the Canon M5 and Panasonic GX7, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the M5 (24MP) and GX7 (16MP) and the M5 (APS-C) and GX7 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The M5 was introduced 2 years later than the GX7 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the M5 scores versus the GX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7. The whole galleries are available at Canon M5 Gallery & Panasonic GX7 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M5 features outside measurements of 116mm x 89mm x 61mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic GX7 has measurements of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the M5 against the GX7.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M5 and GX7 is 77 and 81 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M5 and GX7.

To sum up, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The M5 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon M5 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The younger M5 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.