Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S1
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z7
(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 Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Launched February 2019
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic S1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and S1 (24MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Full frame).
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z7 II was manufactured 21 months later than the S1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z7 II scores against the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic S1
Z7 II | S1 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | February 2019 | Fresher by 21 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Nikon Z7 II
S1 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic S1
Z7 II | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equivalent screen size | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 2100k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 II has exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Z7 II vs the S1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and S1 is 61 and 54 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z7 II and S1.
As you can see, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon Z7 II to give extra detail due to its extra 22 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger Z7 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2019-02-01 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 46 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Leica L |
Available lenses | 15 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 5,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
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 w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/320 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lbs) | 1021g (2.25 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 420 photographs | 380 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | - |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Price at launch | $2,997 | $2,498 |