Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FZ1000

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic FZ1000, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is relatively similar but the S1 (Full frame) and FZ1000 (1") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The S1 was brought out 4 years after the FZ1000 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summation of how the S1 matches up versus the FZ1000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 provides physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ1000 has sizing of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic FZ1000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S1 versus the FZ1000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and FZ1000 is 54 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The image here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and FZ1000.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1 will deliver greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger S1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.