Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic GH2

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic GH2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and GH2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was revealed 7 years later than the GH2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the S1 matches up vs the GH2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1 enjoys outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1 versus the GH2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and GH2 is 54 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and GH2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1 will show greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher S1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.