• APS-C 332.3mm2
  • 24.1 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 25,600
  • 4/3 224.9mm2
  • 20.3 megapixels
  • ISO 200 - 25,600

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Differences

Canon EOS M200 advantages over Panasonic GH5 II

  • Less expensive
    $449 vs $1798
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Larger sensor
    APS-C vs 4/3
    More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
  • Longer video battery life
    90 vs 60 minutes
    Capture more video
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Internal flash
    Internal flash vs None
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Thinner
    35 mm vs 87 mm
    Thinner
  • More pixels
    24.1 vs 20.3 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos

Panasonic GH5 II advantages over Canon EOS M200

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Lens selection
    Excellent vs Limited
    Better lens selection gives you more options
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Yes vs No
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 410 vs 315 shots
    Capture more photos
  • External Mic Jack
    Jack vs No jack
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • More dots on screen
    1840k vs 1040k dots
    Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
  • Hot shoe
    Hot shoe vs None
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Yes vs No
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Yes vs No
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    12.0 fps vs 6.1 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)
  • Faster shutter
    1/16000 vs 1/4000 sec
    Shoot wide open in bright light

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Top deck display
    Neither provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera

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Compared to Canon EOS M100

Canon EOS M200
Canon EOS M100
  • $559
  • APS-C
  • Shoot 4K video
  • Newer
  • $449
  • APS-C
  • NFC
Panasonic GH5 II
Canon EOS M100
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $449
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor

Compared to Fujifilm X-A5

Canon EOS M200
Fujifilm X-A5
  • $559
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-A5
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $499
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive

Compared to Fujifilm X-A7

Canon EOS M200
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $559
  • APS-C
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Longer video battery life
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-A7
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Lens selection
  • $850
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Fujifilm X-E4

Canon EOS M200
Fujifilm X-E4
  • $559
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
Panasonic GH5 II
Fujifilm X-E4
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $849
  • APS-C
  • Larger sensor
  • Less expensive

Compared to Sony ZV-E10

Canon EOS M200
Sony ZV-E10
  • $559
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Internal flash
  • $698
  • APS-C
  • Lens selection
  • Larger sensor
Panasonic GH5 II
Sony ZV-E10
  • $1298
  • 4/3
  • Lens selection
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • $698
  • APS-C
  • Less expensive
  • Larger sensor
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