Panasonic S1 vs Sigma fp L

The following is a thorough analysis of the Panasonic S1 versus Sigma fp L, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and fp L (61MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The S1 was unveiled 3 years before the fp L which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S1 grades against the fp L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Sigma fp L. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 has outer dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Sigma fp L has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S1 and the fp L.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and fp L is 54 and 83 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and fp L.

All in all, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sigma fp L to deliver more detail having an extra 37MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos more aggressively. The more aged S1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.