Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic S1

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic GF1 vs Panasonic S1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The GF1 was unveiled 14 months earlier than the S1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GF1 grades versus the S1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF1 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF1 offers physical measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst 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).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the GF1 compared to the S1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF1 and S1 is 85 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF1 and S1.

All in all, the two cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The GF1 contains the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult. The more aged GF1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.