• 35mm 847.3mm2
  • 24.2 megapixels
  • ISO 100 - 51,200
  • 35mm 858.0mm2
  • 45.7 megapixels
  • ISO 64 - 25,600

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Differences

Panasonic S1 advantages over Nikon Z7 II

  • Slower slow-motion
    180 fps vs 120 fps
    Supports slower slow-mo
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 5.93 vs 4.35 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • High resolution composite
    Yes vs No
    Combine multiple shots to form a super hi-res version
  • More telephoto lens reach
    105 mm vs 70 mm
    Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
  • Higher extended ISO
    204800 vs 102400 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Nikon Z7 II advantages over Panasonic S1

  • Less expensive
    $2597 vs $3398
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Yes vs No
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Thinner
    69 mm vs 96 mm
    Thinner
  • Newer
    4 years vs 6 years old
    Newer cameras often support more advanced features
  • Lighter weight
    705g vs 1021g
    Lighter weight
  • More pixels
    45.7 vs 24.2 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    900 vs 60 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Faster JPEG shooting
    10.0 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
  • Tiltable Screen
    Both provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Both provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Both provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Top deck display
    Both provide
    Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
  • 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

  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • 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

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The Competition

Compared to Sony A7R III

Panasonic S1
Sony A7R III
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2204
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • NFC
Nikon Z7 II
Sony A7R III
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • Top deck display
  • Newer
  • $2204
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • High resolution composite

Compared to Sony A7R IV

Panasonic S1
Sony A7R IV
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • On-sensor phase detect
Nikon Z7 II
Sony A7R IV
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Bigger pixels
  • $3331
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • NFC

Compared to Canon R5

Panasonic S1
Canon R5
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • On-sensor phase detect
Nikon Z7 II
Canon R5
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Lacks anti-aliasing filter
  • $3349
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compared to Sony A7 IV

Panasonic S1
Sony A7 IV
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $2231
  • 35mm
  • Less expensive
  • Tilt-swivel screen
Nikon Z7 II
Sony A7 IV
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • On-sensor phase detect
  • Top deck display
  • $2231
  • 35mm
  • Tilt-swivel screen
  • Bigger pixels

Compared to Sony A7R V

Panasonic S1
Sony A7R V
  • $2498
  • 35mm
  • Slower slow-motion
  • Bigger pixels
  • $3900
  • 35mm
  • NFC
  • On-sensor phase detect
Nikon Z7 II
Sony A7R V
  • $2497
  • 35mm
  • Bigger pixels
  • Top deck display
  • $3900
  • 35mm
  • High resolution composite
  • NFC
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