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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
80
Imaging
69
Features
76
Overall
71
Fujifilm X-T100 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 front
Portability
54
Imaging
75
Features
84
Overall
78

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T100
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 12800 (Bump to 51200)
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 448g - 121 x 83 x 47mm
  • Revealed May 2018
  • Refreshed by Fujifilm X-T200
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • 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
  • Announced February 2019
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

On this page, we will be looking at the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Panasonic S1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X-T100 (24MP) and the S1 (24MP) is relatively comparable but the Fujifilm X-T100 (APS-C) and S1 (Full frame) have different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-T100 was introduced 8 months earlier than the S1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-T100 scores against the S1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T100 over the Panasonic S1

 Fujifilm X-T100 S1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Fujifilm X-T100

 S1 Fujifilm X-T100 
AnnouncedFebruary 2019May 2018Fresher by 8 months
Screen dimensions3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k1040kSharper screen (+1060k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T100 and Panasonic S1

 Fujifilm X-T100 S1 
Focus manually Very precise focus
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-T100 offers physical measurements of 121mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 448 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).

Examine the Fujifilm X-T100 versus Panasonic S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm X-T100 and the S1.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-T100 and S1 is 80 and 54 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The photograph below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T100 and S1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X-T100 has got the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh tougher. The older Fujifilm X-T100 will be behind in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Portrait photography details
Panasonic S1 Portrait photography details
81
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
85
manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/320 seconds)
good MP (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Fujifilm X-T100
Street photography with Panasonic S1
72
has a tilting screen
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
has touch focus
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than others in class (448 grams)
70
tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
supports focus by touch
weather proof
above average high ISO (51,200)
more heavy than others (1,021 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Fujifilm X-T100
Sports photography with Panasonic S1
72
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports tracking autofocus
good battery life (430 CIPA)
has phase detect AF
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good MP (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
low battery life (380 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Fujifilm X-T100
Travel photography with Panasonic S1
74
good battery life (430 CIPA)
connects via bluetooth
has touch focus
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
flash built-in
more heavy than others in class (448g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
59
weather proof
supports bluetooth
supports focus by touch
good MP (24MP)
low battery life (380 shots)
more heavy than others (1,021g)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Landscape photography camera
79
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (24 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW files
good battery life (430 per charge)
lack of image stabilization
81
manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.2")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good MP (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
doesnt have low pass filter
above average high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
two card slots
low battery life (380 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-T100 Vlogging information
Panasonic S1 Vlogging information
34
touchscreen capability
supports face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone socket
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
more heavy than others in class (448g)
32
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
comes with external microphone socket
does not offer selfie friendly display
more heavy than others (1,021g)
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Fujifilm X-T100 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T100 and Panasonic S1
 Fujifilm X-T100Panasonic Lumix DC-S1
General Information
Manufacturer FujiFilm Panasonic
Model Fujifilm X-T100 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2018-05-24 2019-02-01
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip - Venus Engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.5 x 15.7mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 369.0mm² 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
Max resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 12800 51200
Max enhanced ISO 51200 204800
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW data
Minimum enhanced ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 91 225
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X Leica L
Amount of lenses 54 30
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Type of display Tilting Tilting
Display diagonal 3 inches 3.2 inches
Display resolution 1,040 thousand dots 2,100 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360 thousand dots 5,760 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/4000s 1/8000s
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/32000s 1/8000s
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames/s 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.00 m (at ISO 100) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, Forced Flash, Suppressed Flash, Slow Synchro, Rear-curtain Synchro, Commander Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize - 1/320s
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 15p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 3840x2160 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 448 grams (0.99 lbs) 1021 grams (2.25 lbs)
Physical dimensions 121 x 83 x 47mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") 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 430 photographs 380 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126S -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, smile, buddy, group, face) Yes
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/ SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) -
Card slots 1 Two
Retail pricing $499 $2,498