Canon RP vs Panasonic S1H
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Canon RP vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 26MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 40000 (Raise to 102400)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 485g - 133 x 85 x 70mm
- Introduced February 2019
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Announced August 2019

Canon RP vs Panasonic S1H Overview
The following is a detailed assessment of the Canon RP and Panasonic S1H, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the RP (26MP) and the S1H (24MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (Full frame).

The RP was announced 6 months before the S1H and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the RP scores versus the S1H with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon RP vs Panasonic S1H Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS RP and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. The whole galleries are provided at Canon RP Gallery and Panasonic S1H Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon RP over the Panasonic S1H
RP | S1H |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Canon RP
S1H | RP | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 2330k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+1290k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Canon RP and Panasonic S1H
RP | S1H | |||
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Announced | February 2019 | ![]() | August 2019 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Canon RP vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Canon RP has external measurements of 133mm x 85mm x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1H has measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).
Analyze the Canon RP and Panasonic S1H in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the RP versus the S1H.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the RP and S1H is 70 and 52 respectively.

Canon RP vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specs. The pic here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the RP and S1H.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Canon RP to deliver extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively.

Canon RP vs Panasonic S1H Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon RP vs Panasonic S1H Specifications
Canon EOS RP | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon EOS RP | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2019-02-14 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 8 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 861.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 26MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6240 x 4160 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 40000 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 4779 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Canon RF | Leica L |
Total lenses | 17 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 2,330k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 seconds | 1/320 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 5952x3988 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 485 gr (1.07 lbs) | 1052 gr (2.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 133 x 85 x 70mm (5.2" x 3.3" x 2.8") | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 85 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.0 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.9 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2977 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | 400 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | 1 | 2 |
Cost at release | $999 | $3,998 |