Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic G85, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and G85 (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and G85 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1 was revealed 2 years later than the G85 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S1 matches up against the G85 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic G85 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 has got outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic G85 has specifications of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic G85 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the S1 vs the G85.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and G85 is 54 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual here will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and G85.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1 will resolve more detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.