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Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
51 Imaging
82 Features
90 Overall
85
Nikon Z9 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 front
Portability
54 Imaging
75 Features
84 Overall
78

Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Nikon Z9
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 1340g - 149 x 150 x 91mm
  • Announced October 2021
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
  • Released February 2019
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Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Nikon Z9 versus Panasonic S1, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Z9 (46MP) and S1 (24MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (Full frame).

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The Z9 was introduced 2 years after the S1 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z9 matches up against the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z9 over the Panasonic S1

		

		

			
 Z9 S1 
ReleasedOctober 2021February 2019Newer by 34 months
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Nikon Z9

		

		

			
 S1 Z9 
Display resolution2100k2089kSharper display (+11k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Nikon Z9 and Panasonic S1

		

		

			
 Z9 S1 
Manually focus  Dial accurate focus
Display typeTiltingTiltingTilting display
Display dimension3.2"3.2"Identical display size
Selfie screen  No selfie screen
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z9 enjoys exterior dimensions of 149mm x 150mm x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") with a weight of 1340 grams (2.95 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has specifications 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 Z9 versus Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z9 versus the S1.
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z9 and S1 is 51 and 54 respectively.
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z9 and S1.
Plainly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon Z9 to give extra detail using its extra 22MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z9 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.
	
			Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Nikon Z9 as a Portrait photography camera
 Panasonic S1 as a Portrait photography camera
89
 you can focus manually
 megapixel count high (46 megapixels)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 has face detection focus
 supports RAW files
85
 focusing manually
 above average flash sync (1/320s)
 MP count decent (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 has face detection autofocus
 saves RAW files
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Street Comparison
Nikon Z9 Street photography features
Panasonic S1 Street photography features
70
 tilting screen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 supports RAW files
 has focus by touch
 environment proof
 great ISO range (25,600)
 heavier than competition in class (1,340 grams)
70
 screen tilts up and down
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 saves RAW files
 comes with touch to focus
 environment sealing
 above average ISO range (51,200)
 heavier than competition (1,021 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Nikon Z9 Sports photography features
Panasonic S1 Sports photography features
91
 quiet mode (1/32,000s)
 fast continuous shooting (30.0 frames/s)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count high (46MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 has tracking autofocus
 environment proof
 better than average battery pack (740 CIPA)
 has phase detect auto focus
76
 maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
 silent mode (1/8,000 seconds)
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 MP count decent (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 has tracking autofocus
 environment sealing
 bad battery (380 shots)
 lack of phase detect autofocus
Photography Glossary
Travel Comparison
 Nikon Z9 as a Travel photography camera
 Panasonic S1 as a Travel photography camera
65
 better than average battery pack (740 CIPA)
 environment proof
 connects via bluetooth
 has focus by touch
 megapixel count high (46MP)
 heavier than competition in class (1,340 grams)
 does not have a selfie friendly display
59
 environment sealing
 supports bluetooth
 comes with touch to focus
 MP count decent (24 megapixels)
 bad battery (380 shots)
 heavier than competition (1,021 grams)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison
Nikon Z9 Landscape photography details
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography details
87
 you can focus manually
 interchangeable lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 screen size is good (3.2 inch)
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 megapixel count high (46MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 great ISO range (25,600)
 supports RAW files
 environment proof
 better than average battery pack (740 per charge)
 2 card slots
81
 focusing manually
 change lenses (Leica L mount)
 nice screen size (3.2 inch)
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 MP count decent (24MP)
 sensor size is big (Full frame)
 no anti-alias filter
 above average ISO range (51,200)
 saves RAW files
 environment sealing
 two card slots
 bad battery (380 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison
Nikon Z9 Vlogging factors
Panasonic S1 Vlogging factors
32
 screen is touchscreen
 built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 has face detection focus
 video resolution high (7680 x 4320 pxls)
 has external mic support
 does not have a selfie friendly display
 heavier than competition in class (1,340g)
32
 screen is touchscreen
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 has face detection autofocus
 great video quality (3840 x 2160 pxls)
 does have external mic socket
 screen isn't selfie friendly
 heavier than competition (1,021g)
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Nikon Z9 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z9 and Panasonic S1
 Nikon Z9Panasonic Lumix DC-S1
General Information
Brand Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Z9 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2021-10-28 2019-02-01
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine
Sensor type Stacked CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 46MP 24MP
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Full resolution 8256 x 5504 6000 x 4000
Max native ISO 25600 51200
Max boosted ISO 102400 204800
Min native ISO 64 100
RAW photos    
Min boosted ISO 32 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
AF touch    
AF continuous    
AF single    
AF tracking    
Selective AF    
AF center weighted    
Multi area AF    
AF live view    
Face detection AF    
Contract detection AF    
Phase detection AF    
Number of focus points 493 225
Lens
Lens mount Nikon Z Leica L
Number of lenses 29 30
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Screen type Tilting Tilting
Screen size 3.2 inch 3.2 inch
Screen resolution 2,089 thousand dots 2,100 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch capability    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,686 thousand dots 5,760 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.78x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 900 secs 60 secs
Maximum shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/32000 secs 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 30.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manual mode    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Front-curtain sync, Rear-curtain sync, Red-eye reduction, Red-eye reduction with 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    
AEB    
WB bracketing    
Maximum flash synchronize 1/200 secs 1/320 secs
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
Supported video resolutions 7680 x 4320 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM7680 x 4320 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, ProRes, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, L 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Max video resolution 7680x4320 3840x2160
Video file format H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic port    
Headphone port    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks)
GPS Built-in None
Physical
Environmental sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 1340 grams (2.95 lb) 1021 grams (2.25 lb)
Dimensions 149 x 150 x 91mm (5.9" x 5.9" x 3.6") 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 740 images 380 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model EN-EL18d -
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse shooting    
Storage type Dual CFexpress Type B slots -
Card slots Dual Dual
Launch price $5,500 $2,498