Canon M50 vs Panasonic GM1

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon M50 vs Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the M50 (24MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the M50 (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The M50 was brought out 4 years after the GM1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Canon M50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the M50 matches up vs the GM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M50 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are available at Canon M50 Gallery & Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon M50 offers external measurements of 116mm x 88mm x 59mm (4.6" x 3.5" x 2.3") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic GM1 has dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") having a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the M50 and the GM1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M50 and GM1 is 79 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the M50 and GM1.

All in all, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M50 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon M50 will deliver more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher M50 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.