Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic FZ70

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic FZ70, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and FZ70 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and FZ70 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1R was released 5 years after the FZ70 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summary of how the S1R grades against the FZ70 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider 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") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ70 has proportions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic FZ70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the S1R against the FZ70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and FZ70 is 54 and 63 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and FZ70.

All in all, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S1R featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S1R will offer extra detail as a result of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger S1R is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.