Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic S1
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/16000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
- 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
- Announced July 2015
- Replaced the Panasonic FZ200
(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 FZ300 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
The following is a extended review of the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic S1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FZ300 was introduced 4 years after the S1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the FZ300 scores versus the S1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Panasonic S1
FZ300 | S1 | |||
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Announced | July 2015 | January 2011 | Newer by 56 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer screen (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic FZ300
S1 | FZ300 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ300 and Panasonic S1
FZ300 | S1 |
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ300 has outer dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") along with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ300 versus Panasonic S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ300 versus the S1.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and S1 is 59 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The image underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ300 and S1.
To sum up, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern FZ300 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FZ300 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-07-16 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/16000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 8.80 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 691g (1.52 lb) | 117g (0.26 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $598 | $269 |