Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1
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Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 51200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 840g - 141 x 113 x 78mm
- Released September 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon D700
- Replacement is Nikon D780
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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

Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
The following is a detailed analysis of the Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the D750 (24MP) and the S1 (24MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

The D750 was announced 5 years prior to the S1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon D750 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summation of how the D750 grades vs the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon D750 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D750 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D750 over the Panasonic S1
D750 | S1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Nikon D750
S1 | D750 | |||
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Announced | February 2019 | ![]() | September 2014 | Newer by 53 months |
Screen resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1229k | Sharper screen (+871k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Nikon D750 and Panasonic S1
D750 | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Tilting | Tilting screen |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3.2" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon D750 enjoys external measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 840 grams (1.85 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the D750 against the S1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D750 and S1 is 57 and 54 respectively.

Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the D750 and S1.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photos but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged D750 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.

Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D750 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Nikon D750 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon D750 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2014-09-12 | 2019-02-01 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 4 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 24mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 861.6mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Max boosted ISO | 51200 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 51 | 225 |
Cross type focus points | 15 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 309 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 1,229 thousand dots | 2,100 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 5,760 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.5fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto FP high-speed sync, auto w/redeye reduction, auto slow sync, auto slow sync w/redeye reduction, fill flash, rear-curtain sync, rear-curtain w/slow sync, redeye reduction, redeye reduction w/slow sync, slow sync, off | 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 | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/320s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 840 grams (1.85 lb) | 1021 grams (2.25 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 141 x 113 x 78mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.1") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 93 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.8 | 25.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | 14.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 2956 | 3333 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 1230 photos | 380 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10, 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (dual slots) | - |
Card slots | Dual | Dual |
Retail price | $2,000 | $2,498 |