Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic GH1

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic GH1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was brought out 9 years after the GH1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S1 grades against the GH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 provides external dimensions 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 GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

See the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic GH1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the S1 vs the GH1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and GH1 is 54 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out technical specs. The pic below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and GH1.

As you have seen, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S1 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will produce greater detail having its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The fresher S1 should have an edge in sensor technology.