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Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1

Portability
77
Imaging
44
Features
31
Overall
38
Olympus E-400 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 front
Portability
54
Imaging
75
Features
84
Overall
78

Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Olympus E-400
(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
Panasonic S1
(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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Reasons to pick Olympus E-400 over the Panasonic S1

 E-400 S1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Olympus E-400

 S1 E-400 
LaunchedFebruary 2019September 2006Newer by 150 months
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3.2"2.5"Larger display (+0.7")
Display resolution2100k215kCrisper display (+1885k dot)
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Olympus E-400 and Panasonic S1

 E-400 S1 
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

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

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 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 Screen and ViewFinder

Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Olympus E-400 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic S1 Portrait photography factors
46
you can focus manually
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
saves RAW formats
no liveview feature
no manual exposure
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
85
focusing manually
flash sync is higher than normal (1/320 seconds)
good resolution (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides face detection focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Olympus E-400 Street photography information
Panasonic S1 Street photography information
60
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
saves RAW formats
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
70
has a tilting screen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
saves RAW files
features touch focus
environment proofing
great high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competition in class (1,021 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Olympus E-400 Sports photography highlights
Panasonic S1 Sports photography highlights
38
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
has phase detect auto focus
no liveview feature
max fps low (3.0 fps)
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
environment proofing
not so great battery (380 per charge)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Olympus E-400 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic S1 Travel photography highlights
49
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
59
environment proofing
has bluetooth
features touch focus
good resolution (24 megapixels)
not so great battery (380 CIPA)
heavier than competition in class (1,021 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Olympus E-400 Landscape photography details
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography details
45
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
saves RAW formats
screen is somewhat small (2.5 inches)
no liveview feature
no manual exposure
does not have image stabilization
megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
doesn't have Timelapse function
81
focusing manually
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a good size (3.2 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good resolution (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
great high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
environment proofing
2 card slots
not so great battery (380 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Olympus E-400 Vlogging information
Panasonic S1 Vlogging information
9
can't record video
32
touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detection focusing
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with external mic support
display isn't selfie friendly
heavier than competition in class (1,021 grams)
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Olympus E-400 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus E-400 and Panasonic S1
 Olympus E-400Panasonic Lumix DC-S1
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