Panasonic
Lumix BGH1
Box-style MFT cinema camera for multi-cam and drone workflows.
$3,499
Released Oct 2020
Panasonic
Lumix S1 II
24MP partially stacked full-frame hybrid with high frame rate video, fast burst shooting, and 15-stop V-Log.
$3,199
Released May 2025
Lumix S1 II is 4.6 years newer.
Wins
Lumix BGH1
Wins
Lumix S1 II
3 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1 II has higher Burst (mechanical) (10 fps vs 0 fps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (8 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (70 fps vs 14 fps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 225)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix BGH1
93 × 93 × 78 mm
545 g (1.20 lb / 19.22 oz)
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix BGH1 is 41mm narrower, 9mm shorter, and 14mm thinner than Lumix S1 II.
Lumix BGH1 is 255 g lighter than Lumix S1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 78mm Lumix BGH1 · 92mm Lumix S1 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix BGH1
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix BGH1
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
Lumix S1 II: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Lumix BGH1
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 93, 93, 78
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Weight
545 g vs 800 g — lower is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Burst (mechanical)
10 fps vs 0 fps — higher is better
IBIS effectiveness
8 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Burst (electronic)
70 fps vs 14 fps — higher is better
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 400 Mbps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 225 — higher is better
Resolution
24.1 MP vs 10.2 MP — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 51,200
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix BGH1
Pros
- ✓Box form factor
- ✓Genlock
- ✓Pro video
Cons
- –No screen
- –MFT sensor
- –Niche use
Lumix S1 II
Pros
- ✓Partially stacked full-frame sensor
- ✓6K open-gate video
- ✓4K 120p
- ✓Fast Phase Hybrid AF
Cons
- –Premium hybrid body
- –24MP stills resolution
- –Large L-mount lenses
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix BGH1 or Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 II scores 7.0/10 versus 1.0/10 for Lumix BGH1 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix BGH1 is 10.2 MP and Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP, so the Lumix S1 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix S1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix BGH1 does not have IBIS, while lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix BGH1 or the Lumix S1 II?
Lumix BGH1 reaches 14 fps electronic. Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix BGH1 weighs 545 g and Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g, so the Lumix BGH1 is 255 g lighter.
Do the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix S1 II record 4K video?
Lumix BGH1: 4K up to 60p. Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix BGH1 and Lumix S1 II weather sealed?
Lumix BGH1: No. Lumix S1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix BGH1 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 II, giving the Lumix BGH1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix BGH1 launched at $3,499 and Lumix S1 II at $3,199. The Lumix S1 II is $300 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.