Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic 3D1

Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic 3D1, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and 3D1 (12MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and 3D1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The S1 was unveiled 7 years after the 3D1 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1 scores against the 3D1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 enjoys physical 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) whilst the Panasonic 3D1 has sizing of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the S1 and the 3D1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and 3D1 is 54 and 93 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and 3D1.

Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1 will offer you more detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent S1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.