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Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H

Portability
61
Imaging
74
Features
90
Overall
80
Canon EOS R6 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
Portability
52
Imaging
76
Features
87
Overall
80

Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs

Canon R6
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Canon RF Mount
  • 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
  • Launched July 2020
  • Updated by Canon R6 II
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 R6 vs Panasonic S1H Overview

The following is a extensive analysis of the Canon R6 and Panasonic S1H, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the S1H (24MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The R6 was launched 11 months after the S1H which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the R6 grades versus the S1H with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Panasonic S1H

 R6 S1H 
ReleasedJuly 2020August 2019Newer by 11 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Canon R6

 S1H R6 
Display dimension3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2330k1620kSharper display (+710k dot)

Common features in the Canon R6 and Panasonic S1H

 R6 S1H 
Manual focus More exact focusing
Display typeFully ArticulatedFully ArticulatedFully Articulated display
Selfie screen Both good for selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon R6 has got exterior dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") and a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) and the Panasonic S1H has dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") and a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the R6 and the S1H.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the R6 and S1H is 61 and 52 respectively.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H top view buttons comparison

Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The pic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the R6 and S1H.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic S1H to offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher R6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H sensor size comparison

Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and ViewFinder

Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Canon R6 Portrait photography features
Panasonic S1H Portrait photography features
84
you can focus manually
good megapixels (20MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
85
focusing manually
great flash sync speed (1/320 seconds)
good resolution (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
features face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Canon R6
Street photography with Panasonic S1H
78
screen articulates fully
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
supports RAW files
boasts touch focus
environment proof
above average high ISO (102,400)
69
screen articulates
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW formats
boasts focus via touch
weather sealing
great high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competitors (1,052g)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Canon R6
Sports photography with Panasonic S1H
81
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
environment proof
sensor has phase detect autofocus
terrible battery pack (360 per charge)
76
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000s)
quiet mode (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
weather sealing
low battery life (400 shots)
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Canon R6 Travel photography info
Panasonic S1H Travel photography info
67
environment proof
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch focus
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
doesn't have Timelapse mode
terrible battery pack (360 per charge)
64
weather sealing
supports bluetooth
boasts focus via touch
good resolution (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
low battery life (400 CIPA)
heavier than competitors (1,052 grams)
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Landscape Comparison

Canon R6 Landscape photography advice
Panasonic S1H Landscape photography advice
78
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Canon RF mount)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (20 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
no anti-alias filter
above average high ISO (102,400)
supports RAW files
environment proof
two card slots
terrible battery pack (360 CIPA)
doesn't have Timelapse mode
81
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3.2")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
great high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW formats
weather sealing
2 card slots
low battery life (400 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Canon R6 Vlogging factors
Panasonic S1H Vlogging factors
79
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detection autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
includes external microphone socket
70
display is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focusing
video res high (5952 x 3988 pixels)
includes external mic support
heavier than competitors (1,052 grams)
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Canon R6 vs Panasonic S1H Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Canon R6 and Panasonic S1H
 Canon EOS R6Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
General Information
Make Canon Panasonic
Model type Canon EOS R6 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2020-07-09 2019-08-28
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by Digic X Venus Engine
Sensor type 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 20MP 24MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 5472 x 3648 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 102400 51200
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 204800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 6072 225
Lens
Lens mount type Canon RF Leica L
Number of lenses 17 30
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Fully Articulated
Display size 3" 3.2"
Resolution of display 1,620k dots 2,330k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder 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 30 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 12.0 frames per sec 9.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in 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
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/320 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840x2160 (60p/​30p/​23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/​60p/​50p/​30p/​25p/​24p/​23.98p) 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 5952x3988
Video format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 680 gr (1.50 lbs) 1052 gr (2.32 lbs)
Dimensions 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 360 photos 400 photos
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID LP-E6NH -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported)
Card slots 2 2
Price at release $2,499 $3,998