Panasonic GF5 vs Panasonic S1

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF5 vs Panasonic S1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF5 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty similar but the GF5 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The GF5 was unveiled 16 months after the S1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GF5 grades versus the S1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF5 provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF5 vs Panasonic S1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the GF5 against the S1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GF5 and S1 is 89 and 96 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The image here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF5 and S1.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same resolution albeit different sensor dimensions. The GF5 contains the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh simpler. The newer GF5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.