Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6
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Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 387g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Launched October 2020
- Succeeded the Canon M50
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Replaced the Panasonic G5
- New Model is Panasonic G7
Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the M50 II (24MP) and G6 (16MP) and the M50 II (APS-C) and G6 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe M50 II was released 7 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the M50 II grades vs the G6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M50 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are available at Canon M50 II Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 II over the Panasonic G6
M50 II | G6 | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | April 2013 | Fresher by 91 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1036k | Sharper screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Canon M50 II
G6 | M50 II |
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Common features in the Canon M50 II and Panasonic G6
M50 II | G6 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Canon M50 II has outside measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") along with a weight of 387 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has sizing of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M50 II against the G6.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the M50 II and G6 is 79 and 74 respectively.
Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M50 II and G6.
As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M50 II due to its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Canon M50 II will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer M50 II is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Canon M50 II vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 143 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 23 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 387 gr (0.85 lb) | 390 gr (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 305 images | 340 images |
Style of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $599 | $750 |