Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic S1

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic S1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and S1 (12MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.

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The G9 was manufactured 6 years later than the S1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the G9 grades vs the S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G9 enjoys outside dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 and the S1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and S1 is 62 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The graphic below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and S1.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will offer greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer G9 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.