Canon M6 vs Panasonic GF6

Following is a extensive review of the Canon M6 and Panasonic GF6, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the M6 (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The M6 was unveiled 3 years after the GF6 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the M6 grades vs the GF6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS M6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M6 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon M6 features physical dimensions of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic GF6 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Compare the Canon M6 and Panasonic GF6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the M6 and the GF6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the M6 and GF6 is 84 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through specifications. The image below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the M6 and GF6.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The M6 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon M6 will show more detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer M6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.