Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic S1R
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Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic S1R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 420g - 122 x 69 x 37mm
- Introduced October 2013
- Replaced the Olympus E-P3
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase 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
- Introduced February 2019
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic S1R Overview
Here is a in depth comparison of the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic S1R, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the E-P5 (16MP) and S1R (47MP) and the E-P5 (Four Thirds) and S1R (Full frame) boast totally different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe E-P5 was launched 6 years prior to the S1R and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-P5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the E-P5 scores vs the S1R with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic S1R Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus PEN E-P5 and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus E-P5 Gallery and Panasonic S1R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-P5 over the Panasonic S1R
E-P5 | S1R |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Olympus E-P5
S1R | E-P5 | |||
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Introduced | February 2019 | October 2013 | Fresher by 64 months | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1037k | Sharper display (+1063k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-P5 and Panasonic S1R
E-P5 | S1R | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic S1R Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus E-P5 provides outer measurements of 122mm x 69mm x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 420 grams (0.93 lbs) and the Panasonic S1R has proportions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs).
See the Olympus E-P5 versus Panasonic S1R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-P5 against the S1R.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-P5 and S1R is 85 and 54 respectively.
Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic S1R Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the E-P5 and S1R.
Plainly, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The E-P5 because of its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic S1R will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older E-P5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus E-P5 vs Panasonic S1R Specifications
Olympus PEN E-P5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Panasonic |
Model type | Olympus PEN E-P5 | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-10-03 | 2019-02-01 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 47MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 8000 x 6000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 51200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 35 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Micro Four Thirds | Leica L |
Total lenses | 107 | 30 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,037k dot | 2,100k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen technology | 3:2 LCD capacitive touchscreen | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 5,760k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 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 |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (ISO 100) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (1st or 2nd curtain), Manual (1/1 - 1/64) | 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 | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/320 seconds | 1/320 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
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 | 420g (0.93 pounds) | 1020g (2.25 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 69 x 37mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 1.5") | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 72 | 100 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.8 | 26.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 895 | 3525 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 360 photos |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | - |
Storage slots | 1 | Dual |
Price at release | $389 | $3,698 |