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Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1

Portability
80 Imaging
53 Features
84 Overall
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 II front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 front
Portability
54 Imaging
75 Features
84 Overall
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Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs

Olympus E-M5 II
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 469g - 124 x 85 x 45mm
  • Launched February 2015
  • Succeeded the Olympus E-M5
  • Refreshed by Olympus E-M5 III
Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push 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-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 Overview

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Olympus E-M5 II and Panasonic S1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the E-M5 II (16MP) and S1 (24MP) and the E-M5 II (Four Thirds) and S1 (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-M5 II was introduced 5 years prior to the S1 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the E-M5 II matches up versus the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 II over the Panasonic S1

		

		

			
 E-M5 II S1 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Selfie screen  Take selfies
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Olympus E-M5 II

		

		

			
 S1 E-M5 II 
LaunchedFebruary 2019February 2015Newer by 48 months
Display size3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2100k1037kSharper display (+1063k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Olympus E-M5 II and Panasonic S1

		

		

			
 E-M5 II S1 
Manual focus  More exact focus
Touch display  Easily navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
If you are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-M5 II comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 85mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 469 grams (1.03 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs).
Compare the Olympus E-M5 II and Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the E-M5 II compared to the S1.
Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 size comparison
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-M5 II and S1 is 80 and 54 respectively.
Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Often, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-M5 II and S1.
Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The E-M5 II with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic S1 will deliver more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged E-M5 II is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
	
			Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Olympus E-M5 II Portrait photography details
Panasonic S1 Portrait photography details
71
 manual focus
 good MP (16MP)
 decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
 offers face detect focus
 supports RAW files
85
 has manual focus
 above average flash sync speed (1/320s)
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 features face detect autofocus
 delivers RAW formats
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Street Comparison
Street photography with Olympus E-M5 II
Street photography with Panasonic S1
82
 screen can move to multiple angles
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports RAW files
 supports touch focus
 weather sealing
 great high ISO (25,600)
70
 has a tilting screen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 delivers RAW formats
 boasts touch focus
 weather proof
 very good high ISO (51,200)
 heavier than others (1,021 grams)
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Sports Comparison
 Olympus E-M5 II as a Sports photography camera
 Panasonic S1 as a Sports photography camera
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 great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
 quiet shutter (1/16,000 seconds)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 good MP (16 megapixels)
 decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
 offers tracking focus
 weather sealing
 not so great battery pack (310 per charge)
 doesn't have phase detect auto focus
76
 great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
 silent shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 features tracking focus
 weather proof
 low battery life (380 per charge)
 no phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison
Travel photography with Olympus E-M5 II
Travel photography with Panasonic S1
74
 weather sealing
 supports touch focus
 good MP (16 megapixels)
 selfie friendly screen
 not so great battery pack (310 per charge)
59
 weather proof
 connects via bluetooth
 boasts touch focus
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 low battery life (380 per charge)
 heavier than others (1,021g)
 screen is not selfie friendly
Photography Glossary
Landscape Comparison
Olympus E-M5 II Landscape photography factors
Panasonic S1 Landscape photography factors
74
 manual focus
 switch lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
 screen size is good (3 inches)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 good MP (16 megapixels)
 decent sensor size (Four Thirds)
 great high ISO (25,600)
 supports RAW files
 weather sealing
 not so great battery pack (310 shots)
81
 has manual focus
 swap lenses (Leica L mount)
 pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 decent MP (24 megapixels)
 sensor size is great (Full frame)
 no anti-alias filter
 very good high ISO (51,200)
 delivers RAW formats
 weather proof
 has double storage slots
 low battery life (380 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison
Olympus E-M5 II Vlogging highlights
Panasonic S1 Vlogging highlights
82
 selfie friendly screen
 touchscreen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 offers face detect focus
 video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
 comes with microphone support
32
 touch screen
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 features face detect autofocus
 high res video (3840 x 2160 resolution)
 includes mic port
 screen is not selfie friendly
 heavier than others (1,021 grams)
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Olympus E-M5 II vs Panasonic S1 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Olympus E-M5 II and Panasonic S1
 Olympus OM-D E-M5 IIPanasonic Lumix DC-S1
General Information
Company Olympus Panasonic
Model type Olympus OM-D E-M5 II Panasonic Lumix DC-S1
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Launched 2015-02-06 2019-02-01
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor TruePic VII Venus Engine
Sensor type MOS CMOS
Sensor size Four Thirds Full frame
Sensor dimensions 17.3 x 13mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 224.9mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4608 x 3456 6000 x 4000
Maximum native ISO 25600 51200
Maximum enhanced ISO - 204800
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW format    
Min enhanced ISO 100 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing    
Touch focus    
Continuous autofocus    
Autofocus single    
Tracking autofocus    
Autofocus selectice    
Autofocus center weighted    
Autofocus multi area    
Live view autofocus    
Face detection autofocus    
Contract detection autofocus    
Phase detection autofocus    
Total focus points 81 225
Lens
Lens support Micro Four Thirds Leica L
Available lenses 107 30
Crop factor 2.1 1
Screen
Range of screen Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen sizing 3 inch 3.2 inch
Resolution of screen 1,037k dot 2,100k dot
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch screen    
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dot 5,760k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.74x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/16000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 10.0 frames per sec 9.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, redeye, fill, off, redeye slow sync, slow sync, 2nd-curtain slow sync, 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    
Auto exposure bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Fastest 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
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p) 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 3840x2160
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Mic jack    
Headphone jack    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In 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
Environment seal    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 469g (1.03 lbs) 1021g (2.25 lbs)
Physical dimensions 124 x 85 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating 73 95
DXO Color Depth rating 23.0 25.2
DXO Dynamic range rating 12.4 14.5
DXO Low light rating 896 3333
Other
Battery life 310 pictures 380 pictures
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID BLN-1 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) Yes
Time lapse shooting    
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC -
Storage slots 1 Two
Cost at release $699 $2,498