Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS10

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic ZS10, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and ZS10 (14MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and ZS10 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was introduced 8 years later than the ZS10 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the S1 grades versus the ZS10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1 has got physical 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 ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic ZS10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S1 against the ZS10.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and ZS10 is 54 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and ZS10.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will show greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.