Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic S1

On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic S1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the S1 (24MP) is pretty well matched but the Z fc (APS-C) and S1 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The Z fc was launched 2 years later than the S1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z fc matches up versus the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z fc & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z fc offers physical dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst 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).

Check out the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z fc compared to the S1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and S1 is 79 and 54 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Z fc and S1.

As you can see, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z fc because of its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic S1 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The younger Z fc provides an advantage in sensor tech.