Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S1R
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Push to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
- Announced April 2014
- Renewed by Fujifilm X-T2
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Launched February 2019

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S1R Overview
Here is a complete review of the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Panasonic S1R, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and S1R (47MP) and the Fujifilm X-T1 (APS-C) and S1R (Full frame) posses different sensor sizing.

The Fujifilm X-T1 was unveiled 5 years before the S1R and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X-T1 grades against the S1R in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S1R Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T1 & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T1 Gallery & Panasonic S1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Panasonic S1R
Fujifilm X-T1 | S1R |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Fujifilm X-T1
S1R | Fujifilm X-T1 | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | ![]() | April 2014 | Fresher by 58 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+1060k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Panasonic S1R
Fujifilm X-T1 | S1R | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S1R Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 comes with outside dimensions of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Panasonic S1R has dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).
Check the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Panasonic S1R in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 compared to the S1R.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T1 and S1R is 79 and 54 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S1R Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The graphic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-T1 and S1R.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T1 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic S1R will offer you extra detail having an extra 31MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older Fujifilm X-T1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S1R Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Panasonic S1R Specifications
Fujifilm X-T1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm X-T1 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-04-14 | 2019-02-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | EXR Processor II | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 368.2mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 47MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4896 x 3264 | 8000 x 6000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 100 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 225 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Fujifilm X | Leica L |
Available lenses | 54 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD (RGBW) | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 secs | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 8.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.00 m (ISO100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e | 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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/180 secs | 1/320 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 440g (0.97 lbs) | 1020g (2.25 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 100 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 26.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3525 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 360 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W126 | - |
Self timer | Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) | - |
Card slots | One | Two |
Retail pricing | $1,300 | $3,698 |