Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FZ1000

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FZ1000, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is very similar but the S1H (Full frame) and FZ1000 (1") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The S1H was revealed 5 years later than the FZ1000 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the S1H matches up versus the FZ1000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1H provides exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ1000 has dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FZ1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the S1H and the FZ1000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and FZ1000 is 52 and 55 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1H and FZ1000.

All in all, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1H having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S1H will offer extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent S1H provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.