Panasonic
Lumix S1
Original L-mount full-frame hybrid that launched the S series.
$2,499
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
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 6.2 years newer.
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Wins
Lumix S1
Wins
Lumix S1 II
8 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 9 fps)
- BLumix S1 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 225)
- BLumix S1 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 90 frames)
- 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 S1
149 × 110 × 97 mm
1021 g (2.25 lb / 36.01 oz)
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85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1 II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
800 g (1.76 lb / 28.22 oz)
Lumix S1 is 15mm wider, 8mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Lumix S1 II.
Lumix S1 is 221 g heavier than Lumix S1 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 97mm Lumix S1 · 92mm Lumix S1 II
Back view, to scale
Width × Height — same proportions as the front of the body.
Lumix S1
149 × 110 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 S1
149 × 97 mm
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
Lumix S1 II
134 × 92 mm
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
Lumix S1 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
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 S1
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.9, 110, 96.7
Card types
Adds XQD
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Battery life (CIPA)
400 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Resolution
24.2 MP vs 24.1 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1 II
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 9 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 225 — higher is better
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 90 frames — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix S1 II supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Car, Motorcycle
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓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
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S1
Pros
- ✓Rugged build
- ✓Dual slots
- ✓Strong video
Cons
- –Older AF
- –Heavy
- –Superseded by S5 II
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
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix S1 or Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 II scores 10.0/10 versus 5.5/10 for Lumix S1 — 70fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1 and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 is 24.2 MP and Lumix S1 II is 24.1 MP, so the Lumix S1 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S1 and Lumix S1 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1 has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S1 II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1 or the Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 reaches 9 fps electronic. Lumix S1 II reaches 70 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1 and Lumix S1 II?
Lumix S1 weighs 1021 g and Lumix S1 II weighs 800 g, so the Lumix S1 II is 221 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S1 and Lumix S1 II record 4K video?
Lumix S1: 6K (max), 4K up to 60p. Lumix S1 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix S1 and Lumix S1 II weather sealed?
Lumix S1: Yes. Lumix S1 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 400 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1 and 350 shots for the Lumix S1 II, giving the Lumix S1 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1 launched at $2,499 and Lumix S1 II at $3,199. The Lumix S1 is $700 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.
Product images courtesy of Panasonic press materials.