Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH1

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic FH1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and FH1 (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and FH1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1H was launched 9 years later than the FH1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S1H grades versus the FH1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Panasonic FH1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1H provides exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH1 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic FH1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the S1H and the FH1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and FH1 is 52 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and FH1.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1H because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will render greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern S1H is going to have an edge in sensor technology.