Panasonic S1 vs Samsung TL500

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic S1 vs Samsung TL500, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and TL500 (1/1.7") come with different sensor sizing.

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The S1 was introduced 8 years later than the TL500 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL500 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the S1 scores versus the TL500 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 features outer dimensions 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 Samsung TL500 has sizing of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1 vs Samsung TL500 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S1 versus the TL500.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and TL500 is 54 and 88 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and TL500.

Clearly, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1 will result in greater detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent S1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.