Canon R50 vs Panasonic GF5

Here, we are comparing the Canon R50 and Panasonic GF5, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the R50 (24MP) and GF5 (12MP) and the R50 (APS-C) and GF5 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The R50 was unveiled 11 years later than the GF5 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon R50 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the R50 scores against the GF5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon R50 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon R50 provides physical measurements of 116mm x 86mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.7") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs) and the Panasonic GF5 has dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R50 and Panasonic GF5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the R50 versus the GF5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R50 and GF5 is 75 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the R50 and GF5.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R50 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon R50 will give you more detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern R50 will have an edge in sensor technology.