Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic FH10

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic FH10, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and FH10 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and FH10 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The S1R was announced 6 years later than the FH10 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the S1R grades against the FH10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic FH10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1R comes with exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic FH10 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic FH10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S1R versus the FH10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and FH10 is 54 and 97 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and FH10.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1R having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1R will give you extra detail with its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer S1R provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.