Canon R8 vs Panasonic GX9

Here, we are evaluating the Canon R8 and Panasonic GX9, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the R8 (24MP) and the GX9 (20MP) is fairly similar but the R8 (Full frame) and GX9 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The R8 was released 5 years later than the GX9 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon R8 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the R8 scores versus the GX9 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R8 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9. The complete galleries are available at Canon R8 Gallery & Panasonic GX9 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon R8 has got exterior measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) and the Panasonic GX9 has measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the R8 against the GX9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the R8 and GX9 is 71 and 82 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by reading technical specs. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R8 and GX9.

As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The R8 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Canon R8 will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent R8 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.