Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic 3D1

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic S1H versus Panasonic 3D1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and 3D1 (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and 3D1 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1H was released 7 years later than the 3D1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S1H grades vs the 3D1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H enjoys outer dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") and a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Panasonic 3D1 has specifications of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the S1H compared to the 3D1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and 3D1 is 52 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reviewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and 3D1.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1H because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1H will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher S1H will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.