Panasonic GH2 vs Panasonic S1

Here is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic GH2 versus Panasonic S1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GH2 (16MP) and S1 (12MP) and the GH2 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.

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The GH2 was revealed 3 months later than the S1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a concise summation of how the GH2 grades vs the S1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH2 offers exterior measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GH2 against the S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GH2 and S1 is 70 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and S1.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH2 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic GH2 will provide extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively.