Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released April 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Previous Model is Panasonic ZS15
- Renewed by Panasonic ZS25
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S1 was released 15 months prior to the ZS20 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S1 scores against the ZS20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Panasonic ZS20
S1 | ZS20 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Panasonic S1
ZS20 | S1 | |||
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Released | April 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 15 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Panasonic ZS20
S1 | ZS20 | |||
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Manual focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the S1 against the ZS20.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and ZS20 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by viewing technical specs. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and ZS20.
As you have seen, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS20 to provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged S1 will be behind in sensor tech.
Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS20 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ30 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2012-04-26 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 15 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 117 grams (0.26 lb) | 206 grams (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | 260 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $269 | $349 |