Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic GH3

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic GH3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and GH3 (16MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and GH3 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1R was brought out 6 years later than the GH3 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the S1R scores against the GH3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R has got outside dimensions 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 GH3 has proportions of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic GH3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the S1R compared to the GH3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and GH3 is 54 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S1R and GH3.

Clearly, the two cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1R because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1R will deliver extra detail having its extra 31MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern S1R will have a benefit in sensor tech.