Canon R8 vs Panasonic GH4

Following is a thorough overview of the Canon R8 versus Panasonic GH4, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the R8 (24MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the R8 (Full frame) and GH4 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The R8 was unveiled 9 years after the GH4 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the R8 grades versus the GH4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The full galleries are available at Canon R8 Gallery and Panasonic GH4 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon R8 comes with outer measurements of 133mm x 86mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.4" x 2.8") and a weight of 461 grams (1.02 lbs) while the Panasonic GH4 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R8 versus Panasonic GH4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the R8 and the GH4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the R8 and GH4 is 71 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the R8 and GH4.

As you can tell, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The R8 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon R8 will resolve greater detail having an extra 8MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The newer R8 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.