Panasonic L1 vs Panasonic S2

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic L1 versus Panasonic S2, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the L1 (7MP) and S2 (14MP) and the L1 (Four Thirds) and S2 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The L1 was announced 5 years before the S2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the L1 grades versus the S2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic L1 Gallery & Panasonic S2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic L1 has exterior measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has proportions of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the L1 and the S2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the L1 and S2 is 65 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the L1 and S2.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The L1 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S2 will render more detail with its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older L1 will be behind in sensor tech.