Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic S1
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Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic S1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Released July 2013
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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 FZ70 vs Panasonic S1 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic S1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the sensor resolutions of the FZ70 (16MP) and S1 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FZ70 was introduced 2 years after the S1 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FZ70 scores vs the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic S1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ70 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Panasonic S1
FZ70 | S1 | |||
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Announced | July 2013 | January 2011 | Newer by 31 months | |
Focus manually | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic FZ70
S1 | FZ70 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ70 and Panasonic S1
FZ70 | S1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic S1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ70 enjoys outer dimensions of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") and a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FZ70 versus Panasonic S1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ70 against the S1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FZ70 and S1 is 63 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic S1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specifications. The picture below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ70 and S1.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ70 to provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern FZ70 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic S1 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Panasonic FZ70 vs Panasonic S1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-07-18 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 20-1200mm (60.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display technology | TFT Screen LCD Display | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 202k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting speed | 9.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 13.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 606g (1.34 lbs) | 117g (0.26 lbs) |
Dimensions | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 41 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 19.4 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.8 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 171 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 pictures | 240 pictures |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $300 | $269 |