Canon M5 vs Panasonic GX85

Here is a complete comparison of the Canon M5 vs Panasonic GX85, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the M5 (24MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the M5 (APS-C) and GX85 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The M5 was revealed 6 months later than the GX85 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon M5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the M5 matches up versus the GX85 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M5 Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Canon M5 offers outside measurements 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 GX85 has measurements of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon M5 vs Panasonic GX85 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the M5 vs the GX85.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the M5 and GX85 is 77 and 83 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The photograph below might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M5 and GX85.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M5 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon M5 will show extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.