Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic FH6

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic FH6, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and FH6 (14MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and FH6 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1R was released 7 years after the FH6 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a quick view of how the S1R grades against the FH6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R offers outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic FH6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the S1R compared to the FH6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and FH6 is 54 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The picture here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and FH6.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1R due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger S1R is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.