Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Released February 2019
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600 (Expand to 25600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 505g - 128 x 89 x 74mm
- Launched September 2016
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-G80
- Later Model is Panasonic G95

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85 Overview
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.

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.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic G85
S1 | G85 | |||
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Launched | February 2019 | ![]() | September 2016 | Fresher by 29 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G85 over the Panasonic S1
G85 | S1 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic G85
S1 | G85 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85 Physical Comparison
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.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85 Sensor Comparison
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.

Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic G85 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G85 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-G80 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-02-01 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 30 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.20 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1021 grams (2.25 lb) | 505 grams (1.11 lb) |
Dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 128 x 89 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 95 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.2 | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.5 | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | 3333 | 656 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 images | 330 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs x 3 shots) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail price | $2,498 | $900 |