Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic S1

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic G1 vs Panasonic S1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is very close but the G1 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizing.

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The G1 was brought out 23 months prior to the S1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the G1 matches up vs the S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G1 has got physical dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) while the Panasonic S1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G1 against the S1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G1 and S1 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 and S1.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical resolution but different sensor measurements. The G1 uses the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler. The older G1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.