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Panasonic Lumix S1 vs Panasonic Lumix S1 II

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The S1 wins 2 of 7 scored specs (resolution, battery (cipa)); the S1 II wins 5 (burst, stabilization, max video). The S1 isn't sold new at the stores we track.

2 WINSBuy it if you want: resolution, battery (cipa).A large, solidly built full-frame body with a superb viewfinder, still a sturdy pick for deliberate stills work and studio video if size is no concern.
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5 WINSBuy it if you want: burst, stabilization, max video, weight.
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Size, to scale

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Outer sizes are exact, from the makers' dimensions. Shapes are drawn by us to show each body style; the dashed circle is the lens mount at its real diameter.

  • Panasonic Lumix S1148.9 × 110 × 96.7 mm · 1017 g
  • Panasonic Lumix S1 II134.3 × 102.3 × 91.8 mm · 800 g

Where they differ

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S1S1 II
PRICE & SCORE
PriceNot sold new$2,898
CameraFits score6.99.1BEST
PHOTO
Resolution24.2 MPBEST24.1 MP
BurstThe fastest frames per second the maker quotes. Top speeds often use the electronic shutter and may limit autofocus. Higher helps for sports, wildlife and kids.9 fps70 fpsBEST
StabilizationIn-body stabilisation. Each stop lets you shoot at half the shutter speed without blur, so 8 stops means very steady handheld shots.6 stops8 stopsBEST
ShutterFastest mechanical and electronic shutter speeds. The silent electronic shutter can freeze faster motion, but may bend fast subjects on slower sensors.1/8000 mech · 1/8000 elec1/8000 mech · 1/16000 elec
AutofocusWhat the camera recognises and tracks automatically, and how dark it can get before focus struggles (lower EV is better in low light).—People, animals, vehicles, trains, aircraft · down to −6 EV
VIDEO
Max videoThe highest video resolution it records internally.4K6KBEST
Best 4K frame rateThe fastest 4K frame rate. 60p and above lets you slow footage down smoothly, and 120p gives 5× slow motion.4K 60p4K 120p
Crop at 4K 60pWhether 4K 60p uses the full sensor width. A crop makes your lens act longer, so wide shots get harder.1.5x cropNone, full width
Rolling shutterHow fast the sensor reads out, measured in lab tests. Slower readout bends fast-moving subjects and quick pans in video and electronic-shutter photos; under 10 ms is very good.—12.7 ms · 5.8K full width, CineD
Colour depth10-bit records far more colour detail than 8-bit, so footage holds up when you grade it. Worth it if you edit video.8-bit 4:2:010-bit 4:2:2
Log profileA flat picture profile that keeps highlight and shadow detail for colour grading later.V-Log (paid upgrade)V-Log (ARRI LogC3 with paid DMW-SFU3A key)
Raw videoRaw keeps the most image data for editing, at much larger file sizes. Some cameras only record it to an external recorder.NoneInternal ProRes RAW + Blackmagic RAW over HDMI
Open gateRecords the whole sensor area, so you can crop the same clip to both widescreen and vertical video.—Yes
Cooling fanA built-in fan lets the camera record for long stretches without overheating.—Yes
BODY & HANDLING
Battery (CIPA)Shots per charge on the CIPA standard test, using the rear screen. Real-world numbers are often higher.380 shotsBEST360 shots
WeightBody with battery and card, without a lens.1017 g800 gBEST
Rear screenFully articulating screens flip to the front for vlogging; tilting screens are quicker for photos at waist or overhead height.TiltingMulti-angle
Card slotsTwo slots let you record a backup copy at the same time, which matters for paid work like weddings.XQD + SD UHS-IICFexpress B + SD UHS-II

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