Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic L1

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic L1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and L1 (7MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and L1 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

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The S1R was launched 11 years later than the L1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S1R matches up against the L1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S1R provides outer dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Panasonic L1 has specifications of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the S1R versus the L1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1R and L1 is 54 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1R and L1.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1R featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic S1R will produce more detail utilizing its extra 40MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer S1R will have a benefit in sensor technology.