Panasonic S1 vs Panasonic ZS70

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic ZS70, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are created by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the S1 (12MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The S1 was released 7 years earlier than the ZS70 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S1 grades vs the ZS70 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 comes with exterior 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) while the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1 versus Panasonic ZS70 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S1 compared to the ZS70.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and ZS70 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and ZS70.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older S1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.