Canon M6 vs Panasonic GX1

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon M6 vs Panasonic GX1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the M6 (24MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the M6 (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The M6 was launched 5 years later than the GX1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short introduction of how the M6 matches up vs the GX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon M6 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon M6 features physical measurements of 112mm x 68mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic GX1 has measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the M6 against the GX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M6 and GX1 is 84 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the M6 and GX1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M6 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon M6 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher M6 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.