Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH5

The following is a in depth assessment of the Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH5, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the R6 II (24MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is relatively close but the R6 II (Full frame) and GH5 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The R6 II was released 5 years after the GH5 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the R6 II grades against the GH5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R6 II Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Canon R6 II has outside dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5 has specifications of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

See the Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the R6 II compared to the GH5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the R6 II and GH5 is 61 and 59 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the R6 II and GH5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The R6 II because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon R6 II will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher R6 II will have an edge in sensor technology.