Canon R vs Panasonic G5

Lets look closer at the Canon R vs Panasonic G5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the R (30MP) and G5 (16MP) and the R (Full frame) and G5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The R was released 6 years later than the G5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the R scores versus the G5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The complete galleries are available at Canon R Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon R features outside dimensions of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") along with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has specifications of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon R vs Panasonic G5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the R and the G5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the R and G5 is 62 and 74 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the R and G5.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon R will provide more detail as a result of its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images far more aggressively. The younger R should have an advantage in sensor tech.