Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FS25

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic FS25, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and FS25 (12MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and FS25 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was introduced 10 years after the FS25 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the S1 matches up against the FS25 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Panasonic FS25 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 offers physical measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Panasonic FS25 has dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic FS25 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S1 compared to the FS25.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and FS25 is 54 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes merely by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and FS25.

Clearly, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will produce more detail using its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger S1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.