Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic GF8

Here is a extended assessment of the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic GF8, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and GF8 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and GF8 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1R was brought out 3 years later than the GF8 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S1R scores vs the GF8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Panasonic GF8 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R enjoys outside dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Panasonic GF8 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic GF8 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S1R vs the GF8.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and GF8 is 54 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and GF8.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1R because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1R will render extra detail having its extra 31 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer S1R will have an edge in sensor tech.