Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic S1
Portability
67 Imaging
62 Features
96 Overall
75
67 Imaging
62 Features
96 Overall
75
Portability
54 Imaging
74 Features
84 Overall
78
54 Imaging
74 Features
84 Overall
78
Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
Olympus E-M1 III
(Full Review)
(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 Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Announced February 2020
- Old Model is Olympus E-M1 II
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
(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 Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Released February 2019
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The following is a in-depth assessment of the Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic S1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The resolution of the E-M1 III (20MP) and the S1 (24MP) is very close but the E-M1 III (Four Thirds) and S1 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.
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Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the E-M1 III grades against the S1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1. The full galleries are available at Olympus E-M1 III Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Panasonic S1
| E-M1 III | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2020 |  | February 2019 | Newer by 13 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Olympus E-M1 III
| S1 | E-M1 III | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3.2" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
| Display resolution | 2100k |  | 1037k | Sharper display (+1063k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-M1 III and Panasonic S1
| E-M1 III | S1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More exact focus | ||
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus E-M1 III comes with external measurements of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the E-M1 III vs the S1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M1 III and S1 is 67 and 54 respectively.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-M1 III and S1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The E-M1 III having a smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic S1 will result in greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher E-M1 III is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Portrait photography with Olympus E-M1 III
Portrait photography with Panasonic S1
focusing manually
megapixel count decent (20MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers face detect focusing
exports RAW files
you can focus manually
high flash sync (1/320s)
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes face detection autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Olympus E-M1 III as a Street photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Street photography camera
screen can move to multiple angles
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
exports RAW files
provides touch focus
weather proof
above average high ISO (25,600)
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
provides focus via touch
environment proofing
good ISO range (51,200)
heavier than competitors in class (1,021g)
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Olympus E-M1 III Sports photography info
Panasonic S1 Sports photography info
max shutter speed is good (1/8,000 seconds)
silent shutter (1/32,000 seconds)
fast continuous shooting (60.0 fps)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (20 megapixels)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
offers tracking focus
weather proof
comes with phase detect AF
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
includes tracking autofocus
environment proofing
low battery life (380 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Olympus E-M1 III as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic S1 as a Travel photography camera
weather proof
has bluetooth
provides touch focus
megapixel count decent (20MP)
selfie friendly screen
environment proofing
connects via bluetooth
provides focus via touch
good megapixels (24MP)
low battery life (380 CIPA)
heavier than competitors in class (1,021 grams)
does not have selfie friendly display
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Olympus E-M1 III Landscape photography highlights
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography highlights
focusing manually
change lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count decent (20MP)
good sensor size (Four Thirds)
no anti aliasing filter
above average high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
weather proof
two card slots
you can focus manually
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
screen size is good (3.2 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
good megapixels (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
good ISO range (51,200)
delivers RAW files
environment proofing
has dual storage slots
low battery life (380 per charge)
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Vlogging with Panasonic S1
selfie friendly screen
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect focusing
video res high (4096 x 2160 pixels)
does have mic socket
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
does have external mic jack
does not have selfie friendly display
heavier than competitors in class (1,021g)
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Olympus E-M1 III vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
| Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Panasonic |
| Model | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 |
| Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
| Announced | 2020-02-11 | 2019-02-01 |
| Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | TruePic IX | Venus Engine |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.4 x 13mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
| Sensor area | 226.2mm² | 847.3mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 6000 x 4000 |
| Highest native ISO | 25600 | 51200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 204800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Lowest enhanced ISO | 64 | 50 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | 121 | 225 |
| Cross focus points | 121 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
| Amount of lenses | 107 | 30 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
| Display diagonal | 3" | 3.2" |
| Display resolution | 1,037 thousand dot | 2,100 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 5,760 thousand dot |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.78x |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/32000s | 1/8000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 60.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash options | 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 | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/250s | 1/320s |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 3840x2160 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (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 | 580 grams (1.28 lb) | 1021 grams (2.25 lb) |
| Dimensions | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 420 images | 380 images |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BLH-1 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) | - |
| Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
| Retail cost | $1,800 | $2,498 |