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Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8

Portability
54
Imaging
79
Features
84
Overall
81
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8 front
Portability
92
Imaging
37
Features
39
Overall
37

Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Key Specs

Panasonic S1R
(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
Panasonic ZS8
(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
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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.

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1R over the Panasonic ZS8

 S1R ZS8 
RevealedFebruary 2019July 2011Newer by 92 months
Focus manually More accurate focus
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k230kCrisper screen (+1870k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS8 over the Panasonic S1R

 ZS8 S1R 

Common features in the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic ZS8

 S1R ZS8 
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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1R and ZS8 is 54 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1R as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Portrait photography camera
87
focusing manually
above average flash sync speed (1/320 seconds)
fantastic megapixels (47MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports face detect focusing
exports RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1R Street photography details
Panasonic ZS8 Street photography details
71
screen tilts
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
exports RAW files
supports focus via touch
environment proof
good high ISO (25,600)
more heavy than competition (1,020g)
61
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (210 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic S1R
Sports photography with Panasonic ZS8
78
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/16,000 seconds)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (47MP)
large sensor size (Full frame)
supports tracking focus
environment proof
terrible battery power (360 CIPA)
does not have phase detect AF
47
long zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
supports tracking autofocus
continuous shooting slow (2.0 fps)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1R Travel photography details
Panasonic ZS8 Travel photography details
60
environment proof
supports bluetooth
supports focus via touch
fantastic megapixels (47MP)
terrible battery power (360 CIPA)
more heavy than competition (1,020g)
screen isn't selfie friendly
69
lighter than average in class (210g)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (24mm)
very long reach (384mm)
lack of Timelapse function
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1R Landscape photography details
Panasonic ZS8 Landscape photography details
82
focusing manually
swap lenses (Leica L mount)
nice screen size (3.2 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
fantastic megapixels (47 megapixels)
large sensor size (Full frame)
does not have low pass filter
good high ISO (25,600)
exports RAW files
environment proof
has dual storage slots
terrible battery power (360 CIPA)
44
pretty wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
lack of Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1R as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZS8 as a Vlogging camera
32
touchscreen capability
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
supports face detect focusing
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with microphone jack
screen isn't selfie friendly
more heavy than competition (1,020g)
30
pretty wide (24mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than average in class (210 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.3)
screen is not selfie friendly
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external microphone support
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Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic ZS8 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1R and Panasonic ZS8
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1RPanasonic Lumix DMC-ZS8
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