Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S1H
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed July 2020
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Released August 2019
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S1H Overview
Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic S1H, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the S1H (24MP) is pretty similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (Full frame).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z5 was launched 11 months later than the S1H so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z5 matches up versus the S1H in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S1H Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic S1H Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic S1H
Z5 | S1H | |||
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Released | July 2020 | August 2019 | Fresher by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Nikon Z5
S1H | Z5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 1040k | Clearer screen (+1290k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic S1H
Z5 | S1H | |||
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Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent screen size | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison
For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 has got exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic S1H has specifications of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") and a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).
See the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic S1H in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z5 vs the S1H.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and S1H is 62 and 52 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and S1H.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of images though you really should consider the release date of the products into consideration. The fresher Z5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic S1H Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2020-07-20 | 2019-08-28 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 15 | 30 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 2,330k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | 1/320s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 5952x3988 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 pounds) | 1052 grams (2.32 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photos | 400 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Price at launch | $1,399 | $3,998 |