Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS15

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.