Canon M50 II vs Panasonic GF8
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Canon M50 II vs Panasonic GF8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon EF-M Mount
- 387g - 116 x 88 x 59mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Previous Model is Canon M50
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 266g - 107 x 65 x 33mm
- Announced February 2016
- Older Model is Panasonic GF7

Canon M50 II vs Panasonic GF8 Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Canon M50 II versus Panasonic GF8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the M50 II (24MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the M50 II (APS-C) and GF8 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.

The M50 II was unveiled 4 years later than the GF8 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Canon M50 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief overview of how the M50 II grades against the GF8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon M50 II vs Panasonic GF8 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M50 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The full galleries are provided at Canon M50 II Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon M50 II over the Panasonic GF8
M50 II | GF8 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | ![]() | February 2016 | Fresher by 57 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF8 over the Canon M50 II
GF8 | M50 II |
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Common features in the Canon M50 II and Panasonic GF8
M50 II | GF8 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Equal screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon M50 II vs Panasonic GF8 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon M50 II features external dimensions of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") with a weight of 387 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).
Contrast the Canon M50 II versus Panasonic GF8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the M50 II and the GF8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M50 II and GF8 is 79 and 90 respectively.

Canon M50 II vs Panasonic GF8 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M50 II and GF8.
To sum up, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M50 II using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon M50 II will result in more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent M50 II provides a benefit in sensor innovation.

Canon M50 II vs Panasonic GF8 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon M50 II vs Panasonic GF8 Specifications
Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon EOS M50 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2016-02-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 143 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF-M | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 23 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames/s | 5.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.00 m (at ISO 100) | 5.60 m (at ISO 200) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, flash on, flash on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, flash off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Yes | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 387 grams (0.85 pounds) | 266 grams (0.59 pounds) |
Dimensions | 116 x 88 x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") | 107 x 65 x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 305 images | 230 images |
Type of battery | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3-shot/10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $599 | $549 |