Panasonic S1 vs Samsung ST30

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic S1 versus Samsung ST30, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and ST30 (1/3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was launched 8 years after the ST30 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the S1 matches up against the ST30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 has external measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has specifications of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S1 compared to the ST30.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and ST30 is 54 and 98 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and ST30.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.