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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
61
Imaging
69
Features
85
Overall
75
Fujifilm X-H1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 front
Portability
54
Imaging
75
Features
84
Overall
78

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-H1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 4096 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 673g - 140 x 97 x 86mm
  • Announced February 2018
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-H2
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X-H1 versus Panasonic S1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X-H1 (24MP) and the S1 (24MP) is fairly similar but the Fujifilm X-H1 (APS-C) and S1 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X-H1 was unveiled 11 months prior to the S1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-H1 scores versus the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-H1 over the Panasonic S1

 Fujifilm X-H1 S1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm X-H1

 S1 Fujifilm X-H1 
ReleasedFebruary 2019February 2018More recent by 11 months
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1040kClearer display (+1060k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic S1

 Fujifilm X-H1 S1 
Manually focus More exact focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-H1 provides outer measurements of 140mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") and a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has specifications of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-H1 versus Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-H1 vs the S1.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-H1 and S1 is 61 and 54 respectively.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-H1 and S1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras offer the same exact MP but not the same sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X-H1 includes the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field tougher. The older Fujifilm X-H1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Portrait photography camera
81
manual focus
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detect focus
supports RAW formats
85
manual focus
great flash sync speed (1/320 seconds)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-H1
Street photography with Panasonic S1
77
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
provides touch focus
environment sealing
70
screen tilts
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
supports focus via touch
environment sealing
above average ISO range (51,200)
more heavy than others (1,021g)
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Sports photography camera
78
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent mode (1/32,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
comes with phase detect auto focus
bad battery pack (310 shots)
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking focus
environment sealing
low battery life (380 per charge)
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic S1 Travel photography highlights
64
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
provides touch focus
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
bad battery pack (310 per charge)
screen is not selfie friendly
59
environment sealing
supports bluetooth
supports focus via touch
megapixel count decent (24MP)
low battery life (380 CIPA)
more heavy than others (1,021g)
does not offer selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Landscape photography camera
79
manual focus
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent sensor resolution (24MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
does not have anti-alias filter
supports RAW formats
environment sealing
two card slots
bad battery pack (310 shots)
81
manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
above average ISO range (51,200)
delivers RAW files
environment sealing
two card slots
low battery life (380 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-H1 Vlogging information
Panasonic S1 Vlogging information
35
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focus
high quality video (4096 x 2160 pixels)
does have microphone socket
screen is not selfie friendly
32
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
comes with microphone socket
does not offer selfie friendly screen
more heavy than others (1,021g)
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Fujifilm X-H1 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-H1 and Panasonic S1
 Fujifilm X-H1Panasonic Lumix DC-S1
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm X-H1 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2018-02-14 2019-02-01
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor X-Processor Pro Venus Engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.6mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 366.6mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 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 12800 51200
Highest enhanced ISO 51200 204800
Lowest native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Lowest enhanced ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 325 225
Lens
Lens mounting type Fujifilm X Leica L
Available lenses 54 30
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Tilting
Screen sizing 3" 3.2"
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 2,100k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 5,760k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.75x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000s 1/8000s
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/32000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames/s 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, standard, slow sync, manual, commander Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/250s 1/320s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions - 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 4096x2160 3840x2160
Video data 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 (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 673 grams (1.48 pounds) 1021 grams (2.25 pounds)
Dimensions 140 x 97 x 86mm (5.5" x 3.8" x 3.4") 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 95
DXO Color Depth score not tested 25.2
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.5
DXO Low light score not tested 3333
Other
Battery life 310 shots 380 shots
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) -
Card slots Dual Dual
Launch cost $1,300 $2,498