Panasonic S2 vs Panasonic XS1

The following is a extended review of the Panasonic S2 and Panasonic XS1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the S2 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The S2 was brought out 12 months before the XS1 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S2 scores against the XS1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S2 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic S2 has got external measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs) and the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S2 and Panasonic XS1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the S2 and the XS1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S2 and XS1 is 96 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the S2 and XS1.

All in all, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to give extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged S2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.