Panasonic S1H vs Panasonic GX85

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic S1H versus Panasonic GX85, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and GX85 (16MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and GX85 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The S1H was unveiled 3 years after the GX85 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the S1H grades against the GX85 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. 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) whilst the Panasonic GX85 has proportions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S1H compared to the GX85.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and GX85 is 52 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The image here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the S1H and GX85.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The S1H with its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1H will give greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher S1H provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.