Canon R vs Panasonic GH4

In this article, we will be matching up the Canon R and Panasonic GH4, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the R (30MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the R (Full frame) and GH4 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizing.

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The R was manufactured 4 years later than the GH4 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the R grades against the GH4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R Gallery & Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon R has outer measurements of 136mm x 98mm x 84mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.3") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH4 has specifications of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the R vs the GH4.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the R and GH4 is 62 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through specs. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the R and GH4.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Canon R will result in greater detail due to its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The fresher R should have an edge in sensor innovation.