Canon R8 vs Panasonic GH1

Here is a thorough analysis of the Canon R8 and Panasonic GH1, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the R8 (24MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the R8 (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The R8 was launched 13 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the R8 scores vs the GH1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon R8 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and size. 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 GH1 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the R8 compared to the GH1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the R8 and GH1 is 71 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the R8 and GH1.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The R8 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon R8 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern R8 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.