Panasonic
Lumix BS1H
Box-style L-mount cinema camera with S1H full-frame sensor, 6K, dual native ISO, and genlock/timecode.
$3,499
Launch priceReleased May 2021
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
Launch priceReleased May 2025
Lumix S1 II is 4 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix BS1H
Wins
Lumix S1 II
4 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1 II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher Burst (electronic) (70 fps vs 20 fps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 225)
- BLumix S1 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BLumix S1 II has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix BS1H
94 × 94 × 66 mm
870 g (1.92 lb / 30.69 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix BS1H is 41mm narrower, 9mm shorter, and 25mm thinner than Lumix S1 II.
Lumix BS1H is 70 g heavier than Lumix S1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 66mm Lumix BS1H · 92mm Lumix S1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix BS1H
94 × 94 mm
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85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 mm
Top view, to scale
Width × Depth (front-to-back) — see which body is chunkier on the table.
Lumix BS1H
94 × 66 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix BS1H
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix BS1H
✓ more lensesLeica L
80+
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 BS1H
Codecs
Adds V-Log, ProRes
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 93.5, 93.5, 66.4
AA filter
Only Lumix BS1H supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
70 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 225 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye, Car…
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix BS1H
Pros
- ✓S1H sensor in box form
- ✓6K recording
- ✓Dual native ISO
- ✓Genlock & timecode
Cons
- –No screen
- –Requires external monitor
- –Box ergonomics only
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
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix BS1H or Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 II scores 10.0/10 versus 6.5/10 for Lumix BS1H — 70fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix BS1H is 24.2 MP and Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP, so the Lumix BS1H captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix BS1H has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix BS1H or the Lumix S1 II?
Lumix BS1H reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix BS1H weighs 870 g and Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g, so the Lumix S1 II is 70 g lighter.
Do the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1 II record 4K video?
Lumix BS1H: 6K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1 II weather sealed?
Lumix BS1H: No. Lumix S1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix BS1H and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 II, giving the Lumix BS1H the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix BS1H launched at $3,499 and Lumix S1 II at $3,199. The Lumix S1 II is $300 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.