Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FZ200

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic FZ200, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and FZ200 (12MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and FZ200 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The S1H was released 7 years later than the FZ200 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the S1H matches up vs the FZ200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H enjoys outer measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ200 has specifications of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") with a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the S1H compared to the FZ200.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1H and FZ200 is 52 and 65 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S1H and FZ200.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1H due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1H will deliver greater detail as a result of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger S1H provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.