Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic S2

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Panasonic S2, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and S2 (14MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and S2 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ1000 was introduced 2 years after the S2 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short summation of how the FZ1000 grades vs the S2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 comes with external dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Panasonic S2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the FZ1000 versus the S2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and S2 is 55 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by checking specifications. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 and S2.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ1000 having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic FZ1000 will give more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The newer FZ1000 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.