Panasonic GH1 vs Panasonic S2

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic GH1 and Panasonic S2, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GH1 (12MP) and the S2 (14MP) is relatively similar but the GH1 (Four Thirds) and S2 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GH1 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the S2 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GH1 scores vs the S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH1 features outside measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) while the Panasonic S2 has dimensions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GH1 and Panasonic S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the GH1 and the S2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GH1 and S2 is 81 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GH1 and S2.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GH1 because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S2 will offer extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged GH1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.