Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8
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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Introduced August 2019
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8 Overview
Following is a extended review of the Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and FH8 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe S1H was revealed 7 years after the FH8 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S1H matches up against the FH8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Panasonic FH8
S1H | FH8 | |||
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Revealed | August 2019 | January 2012 | More modern by 93 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 230k | Sharper screen (+2100k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Panasonic S1H
FH8 | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Panasonic FH8
S1H | FH8 |
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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H provides outside dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") along with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FH8 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S1H versus the FH8.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and FH8 is 52 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and FH8.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S1H with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will resolve greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The newer S1H will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2019-08-28 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 4cm |
Available lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 2,330k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Highest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 5952x3988 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1052g (2.32 pounds) | 123g (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 260 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at launch | $3,998 | $149 |