Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5
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Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 356g - 116 x 86 x 69mm
- Introduced May 2023
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 211g - 99 x 60 x 36mm
- Introduced September 2014
- Superseded the Panasonic GM1
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Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Canon R100 versus Panasonic GM5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the R100 (24MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the R100 (APS-C) and GM5 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor dimensions.
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The R100 was unveiled 8 years later than the GM5 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon R100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the R100 matches up against the GM5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The full galleries are provided at Canon R100 Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R100 over the Panasonic GM5
R100 | GM5 | |||
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Introduced | May 2023 | ![]() | September 2014 | Fresher by 106 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 921k | Clearer display (+119k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM5 over the Canon R100
GM5 | R100 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon R100 and Panasonic GM5
R100 | GM5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Canon R100 has external dimensions of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") with a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM5 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).
Examine the Canon R100 versus Panasonic GM5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the R100 and the GM5.
![Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 size comparison Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the R100 and GM5 is 76 and 91 respectively.
![Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 top view buttons comparison Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the R100 and GM5.
Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R100 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon R100 will render more detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer R100 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.
![Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 sensor size comparison Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Canon-EOS-R100-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GM5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Canon R100 vs Panasonic GM5 Specifications
Canon EOS R100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon EOS R100 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2023-05-24 | 2014-09-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 332.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 3975 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 39 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.00" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.59x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | - | 1/500 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.5 frames/s | 5.8 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6m at ISO 100 | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 50p, 50i, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 356g (0.78 lb) | 211g (0.47 lb) |
Dimensions | 116 x 86 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") | 99 x 60 x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 721 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 pictures | 220 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E17 | DMW-BLH7 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC slot (UHS-I compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $479 | $966 |