Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic GH2

Here, we are contrasting the Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic GH2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and GH2 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.

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The S1H was launched 8 years after the GH2 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S1H matches up vs the GH2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1H has physical measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH2 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic GH2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the S1H vs the GH2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1H and GH2 is 52 and 70 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through specifications. The picture underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1H and GH2.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1H featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer S1H provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.