Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 574g - 134 x 91 x 67mm
- Released September 2016
- Previous Model is Olympus E-M1
- New Model is Olympus E-M1 III
(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 Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Revealed February 2019
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 Overview
In this article, we are comparing the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic S1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the E-M1 II (20MP) and the S1 (24MP) is very comparable but the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and S1 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor dimensions.
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The E-M1 II was launched 3 years earlier than the S1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-M1 II grades vs the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 II over the Panasonic S1
E-M1 II | S1 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Olympus E-M1 II
S1 | E-M1 II | |||
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Revealed | February 2019 | ![]() | September 2016 | More modern by 28 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1037k | Clearer display (+1063k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1 II and Panasonic S1
E-M1 II | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus E-M1 II features outer measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus E-M1 II versus Panasonic S1 in our completely new Camera plus 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 ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the E-M1 II versus the S1.
![Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 size comparison Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the E-M1 II and S1 is 68 and 54 respectively.
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specs. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 II and S1.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The E-M1 II due to its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic S1 will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged E-M1 II will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
![Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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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-M1 II vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2016-09-19 | 2019-02-01 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VIII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | - | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 64 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 121 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of display | 1,037 thousand dot | 2,100 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 5,760 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/32000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 60.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/250 seconds | 1/320 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM, 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MOV, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | 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 | 574 grams (1.27 pounds) | 1021 grams (2.25 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 91 x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 80 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.7 | 25.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.8 | 14.5 |
DXO Low light score | 1312 | 3333 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 pictures | 380 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BLH-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | - |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Retail cost | $1,700 | $2,498 |