Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G5

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic G5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and G5 (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and G5 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was brought out 6 years after the G5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S1 scores vs the G5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 comes with 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) and the Panasonic G5 has sizing of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic G5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1 vs the G5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and G5 is 54 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by seeing specs. The picture here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and G5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will provide more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.