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 S1H
Video-first full-frame with unlimited 6K recording and V-Log.
$3,999
Launch priceReleased May 2019
Lumix BS1H is 2 years newer.
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Lumix BS1H
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Lumix S1H
7 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix BS1H has higher Burst (electronic) (20 fps vs 9 fps)
- BLumix S1H has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BLumix S1H has higher Max video bit rate (400 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- ALumix BS1H has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 70 frames)
- ALumix BS1H has higher Battery life (CIPA) (640 shots vs 400 shots)
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 S1H
151 × 114 × 110 mm
1164 g (2.57 lb / 41.06 oz)
Lumix BS1H is 58mm narrower, 21mm shorter, and 44mm thinner than Lumix S1H.
Lumix BS1H is 294 g lighter than Lumix S1H.
Depth (front-to-back): 66mm Lumix BS1H · 110mm Lumix S1H
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix BS1H
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix S1H
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 S1H: 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
Burst (electronic)
20 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
AA filter
Only Lumix BS1H supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix BS1H supports it
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 70 frames — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 400 shots — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1H
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
Codecs
Adds H.265, H.264, MOV…
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 151, 114.2, 110.4
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
Max video bit rate
400 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Weather sealing
Only Lumix S1H supports it
EVF resolution
5,760,000 vs 3,690,000 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓Resolution — Both 24.2 MP
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓AF points / zones — Both 225
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓4K max frame rate — Both 60 fps
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 S1H
Pros
- ✓Unlimited recording
- ✓Netflix approved
- ✓Dual native ISO
Cons
- –Heavy
- –Older AF
- –24MP stills
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Lumix BS1H or Lumix S1H?
Lumix BS1H scores 7.5/10 versus 4.0/10 for Lumix S1H — 20fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1H?
Both cameras share the same 24.2 MP resolution.
Do the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1H have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix BS1H has 7-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S1H has 6.5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix BS1H or the Lumix S1H?
Lumix BS1H reaches 20 fps electronic. Lumix S1H reaches 9 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1H?
Lumix BS1H weighs 870 g and Lumix S1H weighs 1164 g, so the Lumix BS1H is 294 g lighter.
Do the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1H record 4K video?
Lumix BS1H: 6K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix S1H: 6K (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix BS1H and Lumix S1H weather sealed?
Lumix BS1H: No. Lumix S1H: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 640 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix BS1H and 400 shots for the Lumix S1H, giving the Lumix BS1H the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix BS1H launched at $3,499 and Lumix S1H at $3,999. The Lumix BS1H is $500 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.