Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1
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Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Introduced November 2022
- Replaced the Canon R6
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Released February 2019

Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Below is a thorough analysis of the Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the R6 II (24MP) and the S1 (24MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

The R6 II was launched 3 years later than the S1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the R6 II grades against the S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The complete galleries are available at Canon R6 II Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 II over the Panasonic S1
R6 II | S1 | |||
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Released | November 2022 | ![]() | February 2019 | More recent by 46 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Canon R6 II
S1 | R6 II | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1620k | Sharper screen (+480k dot) |
Common features in the Canon R6 II and Panasonic S1
R6 II | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Canon R6 II provides exterior measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") with a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).
Contrast the Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the R6 II versus the S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the R6 II and S1 is 61 and 54 respectively.

Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The graphic here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 II and S1.
As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you should really factor the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher R6 II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R6 II vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2022-11-02 | 2019-02-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 4897 | 225 |
Cross type focus points | 1053 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon RF | Leica L |
Total lenses | 35 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3.00 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,620k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/320s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680g (1.50 lbs) | 1021g (2.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 95 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 25.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 14.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 3333 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 photographs | 380 photographs |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6NH | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | - |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Price at release | $2,499 | $2,498 |