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Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H

Portability
52
Imaging
77
Features
93
Overall
83
Canon EOS R3 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79

Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs

Canon R3
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Expand to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 6000 x 3164 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 1015g - 150 x 143 x 87mm
  • Released September 2021
Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Released August 2019
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Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H Overview

Below, we are analyzing the Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the R3 (24MP) and the S1H (24MP) is fairly close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The R3 was released 2 years after the S1H which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the R3 matches up versus the S1H in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Canon R3 over the Panasonic S1H

 R3 S1H 
ReleasedSeptember 2021August 2019More modern by 25 months
Display resolution4150k2330kSharper display (+1820k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Canon R3

 S1H R3 

Common features in the Canon R3 and Panasonic S1H

 R3 S1H 
Manual focus Dial exact focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Display dimension3.2"3.2"Identical display sizing
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon R3 has exterior dimensions of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") having a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Panasonic S1H has specifications of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") along with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the R3 and the S1H.

Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R3 and S1H is 52 and 52 respectively.

Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H top view buttons comparison

Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the R3 and S1H.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of files though you need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The younger R3 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H sensor size comparison

Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R3 Portrait photography features
Panasonic S1H Portrait photography features
86
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
85
you can focus manually
high flash sync speed (1/320 seconds)
MP count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Canon R3 Street photography information
Panasonic S1H Street photography information
70
fully articulated screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
boasts focus by touch
weather proof
very good ISO range (102,400)
more heavy than competitors in class (1,015g)
69
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
environment sealing
good high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competitors (1,052 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Canon R3 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic S1H as a Sports photography camera
88
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
silent shutter (1/64,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
better than average battery life (760 per charge)
sensor has phase detect autofocus
76
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count good (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment sealing
bad battery (400 per charge)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Canon R3 Travel photography information
Panasonic S1H Travel photography information
70
better than average battery life (760 shots)
weather proof
connects via bluetooth
boasts focus by touch
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
more heavy than competitors in class (1,015g)
64
environment sealing
has bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
MP count good (24 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
bad battery (400 CIPA)
heavier than competitors (1,052 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R3 Landscape photography features
Panasonic S1H Landscape photography features
86
focusing manually
swap lenses (Canon RF mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
very good ISO range (102,400)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
better than average battery life (760 shots)
has double storage slots
80
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
has dual storage slots
bad battery (400 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R3 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic S1H as a Vlogging camera
70
screen is selfie friendly
touch screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection autofocus
high quality video (6000 x 3164 pixels)
includes external microphone port
more heavy than competitors in class (1,015g)
70
selfie friendly screen
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detection autofocus
high quality video (5952 x 3988 resolution)
includes external mic jack
heavier than competitors (1,052 grams)
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Canon R3 vs Panasonic S1H Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R3 and Panasonic S1H
 Canon EOS R3Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
General Information
Manufacturer Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon EOS R3 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2021-09-14 2019-08-28
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine
Sensor type Stacked CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 36 x 24mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 864.0mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 102400 51200
Maximum boosted ISO 204800 204800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Min boosted ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 1053 225
Lens
Lens mount type Canon RF Leica L
Amount of lenses 27 30
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Range of display Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display sizing 3.2 inches 3.2 inches
Resolution of display 4,150k dot 2,330k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dot 5,760k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.76x 0.78x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 60s
Maximum shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Maximum quiet shutter speed 1/64000s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting speed 12.0 frames/s 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash settings no built-in flash Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/250s 1/320s
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 6000x3164 (60p/​50p/​30p/​24p/​23.98p) 4096x2160 (120p/​60p/​30p/​24p/​23.98p) 3840x2160 (120p/​60p/​30p/​23.98p) 1920x1080 (60p/​30p/​23.98p) 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 6000x3164 5952x3988
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) Yes
GPS Yes None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 1015 grams (2.24 lb) 1052 grams (2.32 lb)
Dimensions 150 x 143 x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating 96 not tested
DXO Color Depth rating 25.0 not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating 14.7 not tested
DXO Low light rating 4086 not tested
Other
Battery life 760 shots 400 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E19 -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage media SD/ SDHC/ SDXC (UHS-II supported) + CFexpress Type B Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots Dual Dual
Retail cost $6,000 $3,998