Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push 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
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic FS15, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and FS15 (12MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and FS15 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S1 was released 10 years after the FS15 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S1 scores versus the FS15 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic FS15
S1 | FS15 | |||
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Revealed | February 2019 | January 2009 | More modern by 123 months | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Sharper display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Panasonic S1
FS15 | S1 |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic FS15
S1 | FS15 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1 has outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic FS15 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S1 against the FS15.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and FS15 is 54 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and FS15.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2019-02-01 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 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 Off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1021 grams (2.25 pounds) | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Launch pricing | $2,498 | $180 |