• 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200
  • 35mm 864.0mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 102,400

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Differences

Panasonic S1 advantages over Canon R6 Mark II

  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • Top deck display
    Yes vs No
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
    No Filter vs Filter
    Enjoy sharper photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 30 sec
    Long exposures for night shots

Canon R6 Mark II advantages over Panasonic S1

  • Less expensive
    $2432* vs $3398
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Tilt-swivel vs tilt-only
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Newer
    2 years vs 6 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    670g vs 1021g
    Lighter weight
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
    Filter vs No Filter
    Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    40.0 fps vs 8.9 fps
    Faster JPEG shooting (burst mode)

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • Focus peaking
    Both provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Both provide
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Shoot 4K video
    Both provide
    Make sure you have a fast computer
  • Touchscreen
    Both provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • External Mic Jack
    Both provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Both provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Both provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Dual card slots
    Both provide
    Gives you more storage flexibility
  • Headphone jack
    Both provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Both provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Both provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

Common Weaknesses

  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • Internal flash
    Neither provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash

User reviews

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The Competition

Compared to Canon R6

Panasonic S1
Canon R6
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Canon R6 Mark II
Canon R6
  • $2432
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Newer
  • $2149
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive

Compared to Nikon Z6 II

Panasonic S1
Nikon Z6 II
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • High resolution composite
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • On-sensor phase detect
Canon R6 Mark II
Nikon Z6 II
  • $2432
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Slower slow-motion
  • $1747
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Top deck display

Compared to Sony A7 IV

Panasonic S1
Sony A7 IV
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2231
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Canon R6 Mark II
Sony A7 IV
  • $2432
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2231
  • 35mm
  • In-camera panoramas
  • NFC

Compared to Panasonic S5 II

Panasonic S1
Panasonic S5 II
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Bigger JPEG buffer
  • $2000
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Newer
Canon R6 Mark II
Panasonic S5 II
  • $2432
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
  • $2000
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display

Compared to Panasonic S5 IIX

Panasonic S1
Panasonic S5 IIX
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Newer
Canon R6 Mark II
Panasonic S5 IIX
  • $2432
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Has anti-aliasing filter
  • $2200
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • Top deck display
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