Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic FZ200

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic FZ200, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and FZ200 (12MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and FZ200 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The S1R was unveiled 6 years after the FZ200 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the S1R grades against the FZ200 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery & Panasonic FZ200 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R has got exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ200 has proportions of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the S1R vs the FZ200.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and FZ200 is 54 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S1R and FZ200.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1R using its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will produce more detail having an extra 35MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The newer S1R provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.