Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic LX5

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic LX5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and LX5 (10MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and LX5 (1/1.63") come with totally different sensor size.

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The S1 was introduced 7 years after the LX5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1 scores against the LX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX5. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic LX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 offers outer dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LX5 has sizing of 110mm x 65mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs).

See the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic LX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S1 and the LX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and LX5 is 54 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and LX5.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S1 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will give greater detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer S1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.