Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic TS4

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic TS4, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and TS4 (12MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and TS4 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was brought out 7 years after the TS4 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S1 matches up versus the TS4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 comes with exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic TS4 has specifications of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic TS4 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the S1 vs the TS4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and TS4 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and TS4.

Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1 featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1 will deliver greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The younger S1 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.