Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8
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Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 47MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Increase to 51200)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1020g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Announced February 2019
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 210g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Revealed July 2011
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ18
- Succeeded the Panasonic ZS7
Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Overview
The following is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic ZS8, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and ZS8 (14MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and ZS8 (1/2.3") use different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe S1R was announced 7 years after the ZS8 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS8 being a Compact camera.
Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the S1R grades vs the ZS8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Panasonic ZS8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Panasonic ZS8
S1R | ZS8 | |||
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Revealed | February 2019 | July 2011 | Newer by 92 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic S1R
ZS8 | S1R |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic ZS8
S1R | ZS8 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S1R has got physical 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) and the Panasonic ZS8 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 210 grams (0.46 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic ZS8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S1R versus the ZS8.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and ZS8 is 54 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by researching specifications. The pic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1R and ZS8.
Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1R having a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1R will provide you with greater detail with its extra 33 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher S1R should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 |
Also called | - | Lumix DMC-TZ18 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2019-02-01 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 47 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 8000 x 6000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 51200 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Amount of lenses | 30 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Max silent shutter speed | 1/16000s | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 9.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/320s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1020g (2.25 pounds) | 210g (0.46 pounds) |
Dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 100 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 26.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 3525 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Launch price | $3,698 | $275 |