Canon R8 vs Panasonic G7

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon R8 versus Panasonic G7, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the R8 (24MP) and G7 (16MP) and the R8 (Full frame) and G7 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The R8 was introduced 7 years later than the G7 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the R8 scores versus the G7 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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When you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon R8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") along with a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) and the Panasonic G7 has measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the R8 and the G7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R8 and G7 is 71 and 71 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R8 and G7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R8 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon R8 will offer extra detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher R8 provides a benefit in sensor tech.