Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FH8

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.