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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H

Portability
54
Imaging
75
Features
84
Overall
78
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H Key Specs

Panasonic S1
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
  • Announced February 2019
Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Announced August 2019
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H Overview

Below is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the S1H (24MP) is fairly close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The S1 was introduced 6 months earlier than the S1H and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S1 scores vs the S1H for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic S1H

 S1 S1H 

Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Panasonic S1

 S1H S1 
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display resolution2330k2100kSharper display (+230k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic S1H

 S1 S1H 
AnnouncedFebruary 2019August 2019Same generation
Focus manually Dial precise focus
Display sizing3.2"3.2"Equivalent display dimensions
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H Physical Comparison

When you are going to lug around your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 has outer measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1H has dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S1 against the S1H.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and S1H is 54 and 52 respectively.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and S1H.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of images but you may want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1 Portrait photography info
Panasonic S1H Portrait photography info
85
manual focus
above average flash sync (1/320 seconds)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect autofocus
exports RAW files
85
manual focus
great flash sync speed (1/320 seconds)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
has face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic S1
Street photography with Panasonic S1H
70
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
big sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
features touch focus
weather proof
above average high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competition in class (1,021g)
69
fully articulated screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
provides touch to focus
weather proofing
good high ISO (51,200)
more heavy than competition in class (1,052 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1 Sports photography details
Panasonic S1H Sports photography details
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet shooting (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
weather proof
low battery power (380 per charge)
no phase detect autofocus
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
quiet mode (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
has tracking focus
weather proofing
bad battery life (400 per charge)
no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1 Travel photography advice
Panasonic S1H Travel photography advice
59
weather proof
has bluetooth
features touch focus
resolution is good (24MP)
low battery power (380 shots)
heavier than competition in class (1,021g)
display isn't selfie friendly
64
weather proofing
supports bluetooth
provides touch to focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
bad battery life (400 shots)
more heavy than competition in class (1,052g)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic S1
Landscape photography with Panasonic S1H
81
manual focus
switch lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
big sensor size (Full frame)
no anti aliasing filter
above average high ISO (51,200)
exports RAW files
weather proof
two card slots
low battery power (380 per charge)
80
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
good sized screen (3.2")
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
good high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW files
weather proofing
has dual storage slots
bad battery life (400 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1 Vlogging highlights
Panasonic S1H Vlogging highlights
32
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect autofocus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
heavier than competition in class (1,021g)
70
selfie friendly screen
screen is touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect focusing
high res video (5952 x 3988 resolution)
does have microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (1,052g)
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic S1H Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1 and Panasonic S1H
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H
Type Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2019-02-01 2019-08-28
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine Venus Engine
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor area 847.3mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixels 24 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 51200 51200
Highest enhanced ISO 204800 204800
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW format
Min enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Number of focus points 225 225
Lens
Lens mount Leica L Leica L
Available lenses 30 30
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Display type Tilting Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 3.2" 3.2"
Display resolution 2,100 thousand dot 2,330 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dot 5,760 thousand dot
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 9.0fps 9.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/320 seconds 1/320 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 3840x2160 5952x3988
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, H.264, H.265
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) Yes
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1021 gr (2.25 lb) 1052 gr (2.32 lb)
Dimensions 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score 95 not tested
DXO Color Depth score 25.2 not tested
DXO Dynamic range score 14.5 not tested
DXO Low light score 3333 not tested
Other
Battery life 380 photographs 400 photographs
Form of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage media - Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported)
Storage slots 2 2
Price at release $2,498 $3,998