Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic FZ28

Following is a extended review of the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic FZ28, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and FZ28 (10MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and FZ28 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1 was released 10 years after the FZ28 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S1 grades vs the FZ28 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1 offers external measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the S1 and the FZ28.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and FZ28 is 54 and 72 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking a spec sheet. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and FZ28.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images way more aggressively. The newer S1 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.