Canon G1 X vs Panasonic S1

Here is a in-depth comparison of the Canon G1 X and Panasonic S1, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the G1 X (14MP) and S1 (24MP) and the G1 X (1.5") and S1 (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 X was launched 7 years prior to the S1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon G1 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the G1 X matches up against the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot G1 X and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G1 X Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon G1 X has got outer measurements of 117mm x 81mm x 65mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 2.6") along with a weight of 534 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the G1 X against the S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 X and S1 is 75 and 54 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 X and S1.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G1 X due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic S1 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older G1 X will be behind in sensor tech.