Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic S1
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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Announced January 2011

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic F5 versus Panasonic S1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty close and they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The F5 was revealed 2 years later than the S1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the F5 grades against the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Panasonic S1
F5 | S1 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 25 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic F5
S1 | F5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic S1
F5 | S1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic F5 comes with exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Panasonic F5 versus Panasonic S1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the F5 vs the S1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and S1 is 96 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the F5 and S1.
As you can see, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic F5 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The newer F5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

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Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2013-01-07 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 11 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.70 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121 grams (0.27 pounds) | 117 grams (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 photos | 240 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $100 | $269 |