Canon M6 MII vs Panasonic GM1

Lets examine more in depth at the Canon M6 MII versus Panasonic GM1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the M6 MII (33MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the M6 MII (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The M6 MII was revealed 5 years later than the GM1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the M6 MII scores versus the GM1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS M6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The full galleries are provided at Canon M6 MII Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon M6 MII enjoys outer dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 408 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Canon M6 MII versus Panasonic GM1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the M6 MII compared to the GM1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the M6 MII and GM1 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the M6 MII and GM1.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The M6 MII using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon M6 MII will result in extra detail because of its extra 17MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher M6 MII should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.