Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R
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![Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II front Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-II/Olympus-E-M1-II-front.jpg)
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- 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
- Launched September 2016
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M1
- Renewed by Olympus E-M1 III
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Announced February 2019
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Overview
Lets look closer at the Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the E-M1 II (20MP) and S1R (47MP) and the E-M1 II (Four Thirds) and S1R (Full frame) feature different sensor sizing.
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The E-M1 II was introduced 3 years before the S1R and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the E-M1 II matches up against the S1R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-M1 II Gallery and Panasonic S1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 II over the Panasonic S1R
E-M1 II | S1R | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Olympus E-M1 II
S1R | E-M1 II | |||
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Announced | February 2019 | ![]() | September 2016 | Fresher by 28 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1037k | Crisper display (+1063k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1 II and Panasonic S1R
E-M1 II | S1R | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-M1 II features physical measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") having a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1R has measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).
Check the Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R in the latest 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)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the E-M1 II vs the S1R.
![Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R size comparison Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 II and S1R is 68 and 54 respectively.
![Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R top view buttons comparison Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specifications. The photograph here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the E-M1 II and S1R.
To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The E-M1 II having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic S1R will offer greater detail using its extra 27 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older E-M1 II is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
![Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R sensor size comparison Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Screen and ViewFinder
![Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Screen and Viewfinder comparison Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Olympus-OM-D-E-M1-Mark-II-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DC-S1R-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Olympus E-M1 II vs Panasonic S1R Specifications
Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2016-09-19 | 2019-02-01 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic VIII | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.4 x 13mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 226.2mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 47 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 8000 x 6000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 64 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 121 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Available lenses | 107 | 30 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.2" |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dots | 2,100k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 5,760k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.78x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 60.0fps | 9.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m (at ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250s | 1/320s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MOV, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 574 grams (1.27 lbs) | 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) |
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 Overall rating | 80 | 100 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.7 | 26.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.8 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 1312 | 3525 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 shots | 360 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | BLH-1 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots | - |
Card slots | Two | Two |
Launch cost | $1,700 | $3,698 |