Canon
EOS R6 Mark II
Versatile 24.2MP full-frame hybrid with class-leading AF and 4K 60p video.
$2,499
Released Nov 2022
Panasonic
Lumix GM5
Tiny Micro Four Thirds body with built-in EVF and interchangeable lenses.
$899
Released Sep 2014
EOS R6 Mark II is 8.2 years newer.
Wins
EOS R6 Mark II
Wins
Lumix GM5
2 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher AF points / zones (1053 vs 23)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher RAW buffer depth (180 frames vs 7 frames)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher Max video bit rate (340 Mbps vs 28 Mbps)
- AEOS R6 Mark II has higher ISO max (native) (102,400 vs 25,600)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 × 88 mm
680 g (1.50 lb / 23.99 oz)
Lumix GM5
99 × 60 × 36 mm
211 g (0.47 lb / 7.44 oz)
EOS R6 Mark II is 40mm wider, 39mm taller, and 52mm thicker than Lumix GM5.
EOS R6 Mark II is 469 g heavier than Lumix GM5.
Depth (front-to-back): 88mm EOS R6 Mark II · 36mm Lumix GM5
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 98 mm
Lumix GM5
99 × 60 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
EOS R6 Mark II
138 × 88 mm
Lumix GM5
99 × 36 mm
Sensor size, to scale
EOS R6 Mark II
35.9 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
858 mm² area
Lumix GM5
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
EOS R6 Mark II
Canon RF
105+
native lenses available
Lumix GM5
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
EOS R6 Mark II
AF low-light limit
-6.5 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Subject recognition
Adds People, Dogs, Cats…
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 98.4, 88.4
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
AF points / zones
1053 vs 23 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
180 frames vs 7 frames — higher is better
Max video bit rate
340 Mbps vs 28 Mbps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix GM5
Subject recognition
Adds Human, Face, Eye…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 98.5, 59.5, 36.1
Card types
Adds microSD
Weight
211 g vs 680 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds MP4, AVCHD
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Burst (electronic) — Both 40 fps
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
EOS R6 Mark II
Pros
- ✓Up to 40fps electronic burst
- ✓4K 60p oversampled from 6K
- ✓Dual Pixel CMOS AF II — superb subject tracking
- ✓8-stop IBIS
- ✓Fully articulating touchscreen
Cons
- –24.2MP may feel limiting for large prints
- –No CFexpress on base body
- –Short battery life vs. A7 IV
Lumix GM5
Pros
- ✓Ultra compact
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓MFT lens mount
Cons
- –No 4K
- –Small battery
- –No IBIS
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, EOS R6 Mark II or Lumix GM5?
EOS R6 Mark II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix GM5 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GM5?
EOS R6 Mark II is 24.2 MP and Lumix GM5 is 16 MP, so the EOS R6 Mark II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GM5 have in-body image stabilization?
EOS R6 Mark II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization, while lumix GM5 does not have IBIS.
Which shoots faster bursts — the EOS R6 Mark II or the Lumix GM5?
EOS R6 Mark II reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix GM5 reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GM5?
EOS R6 Mark II weighs 680 g and Lumix GM5 weighs 211 g, so the Lumix GM5 is 469 g lighter.
Do the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GM5 record 4K video?
EOS R6 Mark II: 4K up to 60p. Lumix GM5: Full HD.
Are the EOS R6 Mark II and Lumix GM5 weather sealed?
EOS R6 Mark II: Yes. Lumix GM5: No.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 760 shots (CIPA) for the EOS R6 Mark II and 220 shots for the Lumix GM5, giving the EOS R6 Mark II the edge.
How much does each cost?
EOS R6 Mark II launched at $2,499 and Lumix GM5 at $899. The Lumix GM5 is $1,600 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.
Product images courtesy of Canon and Panasonic press materials.