Canon M6 MII vs Panasonic GF3

On this page, we are reviewing the Canon M6 MII versus Panasonic GF3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the M6 MII (33MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the M6 MII (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The M6 MII was launched 8 years later than the GF3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the M6 MII scores against the GF3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M6 MII Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon M6 MII features exterior measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 408 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

See the Canon M6 MII versus Panasonic GF3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the M6 MII vs the GF3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M6 MII and GF3 is 83 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the M6 MII and GF3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The M6 MII because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon M6 MII will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer M6 MII will have an edge in sensor tech.