Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic FS12

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic S1R versus Panasonic FS12, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both are created by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and FS12 (12MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and FS12 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was introduced 9 years after the FS12 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the S1R matches up vs the FS12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic FS12 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1R features outer measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FS12 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S1R versus Panasonic FS12 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the S1R vs the FS12.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and FS12 is 54 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The picture underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and FS12.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S1R with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1R will deliver more detail using its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The fresher S1R is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.