Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic GH4

Let's look more in depth at the Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic GH4, both Pro Mirrorless cameras and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and GH4 (16MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and GH4 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was announced 5 years later than the GH4 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S1 scores against the GH4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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When you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 provides physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH4 has sizing of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S1 and the GH4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and GH4 is 54 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and GH4.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will produce more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger S1 should have an edge in sensor tech.