Canon R vs Panasonic GH1

Following is a complete review of the Canon R and Panasonic GH1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the R (30MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the R (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The R was introduced 9 years after the GH1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the R grades against the GH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon R Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Canon R comes with outer measurements 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 GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Analyze the Canon R and Panasonic GH1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the R and the GH1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R and GH1 is 62 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R and GH1.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon R will render extra detail using its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher R should have an edge in sensor tech.