Canon R100 vs Panasonic S5

Here, we are matching up the Canon R100 versus Panasonic S5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the R100 (24MP) and the S5 (24MP) is fairly well matched but the R100 (APS-C) and S5 (Full frame) posses different sensor measurements.

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The R100 was introduced 2 years after the S5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the R100 scores versus the S5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R100 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon R100 Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon R100 features outer dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 has proportions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

See the Canon R100 versus Panasonic S5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the R100 versus the S5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R100 and S5 is 76 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specifications. The image below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R100 and S5.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical megapixels but different sensor dimensions. The R100 has got the tinier sensor which will make achieving bokeh harder. The younger R100 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.