Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1
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![Olympus E-400 front Olympus E-400 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-E-400/Olympus-E-400-front.jpg)
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Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 435g - 130 x 91 x 53mm
- Revealed September 2006
- New Model is Olympus E-410
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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
- Launched February 2019
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Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Olympus E-400 versus Panasonic S1, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the E-400 (10MP) and S1 (24MP) and the E-400 (Four Thirds) and S1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor size.
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The E-400 was launched 13 years before the S1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-400 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the E-400 grades against the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-400 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-400 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-400 over the Panasonic S1
E-400 | S1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Olympus E-400
S1 | E-400 | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | ![]() | September 2006 | Newer by 150 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display size | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 215k | Crisper display (+1885k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Olympus E-400 and Panasonic S1
E-400 | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither contains selfie screen |
Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-400 has got physical dimensions of 130mm x 91mm x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") along with a weight of 435 grams (0.96 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).
Look at the Olympus E-400 versus Panasonic S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the E-400 against the S1.
![Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-E-400-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the E-400 and S1 is 77 and 54 respectively.
![Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-E-400-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-400 and S1.
As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-400 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Panasonic S1 will provide more detail utilizing its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged E-400 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
![Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-E-400-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-E-400-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Olympus E-400 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus E-400 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2006-09-14 | 2019-02-01 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 3 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Number of lenses | 45 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3.2 inch |
Display resolution | 215k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 10.00 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/320 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | - | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | None | 3840x2160 |
Video format | - | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 435 gr (0.96 pounds) | 1021 gr (2.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 130 x 91 x 53mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.1") | 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 | - | 380 images |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card | - |
Card slots | Single | Two |
Pricing at launch | $599 | $2,498 |