Panasonic
Lumix S1R
47MP L-mount resolution body for detail work.
$3,699
Launch priceReleased Feb 2019
Panasonic
Lumix S1R II
High-resolution 44.3MP full-frame L-mount body with 8K video, phase hybrid AF, and compact S-series ergonomics.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Feb 2025
Lumix S1R II is 6 years newer.
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Lumix S1R
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Lumix S1R II
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Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S1R II has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 150 Mbps)
- BLumix S1R II has higher Burst (electronic) (40 fps vs 9 fps)
- BLumix S1R II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 225)
- BLumix S1R II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
- BLumix S1R 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 S1R
149 × 110 × 97 mm
1020 g (2.25 lb / 35.98 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
Lumix S1R II
134 × 102 × 92 mm
795 g (1.75 lb / 28.04 oz)
Lumix S1R is 15mm wider, 8mm taller, and 5mm thicker than Lumix S1R II.
Lumix S1R is 225 g heavier than Lumix S1R II.
Depth (front-to-back): 97mm Lumix S1R · 92mm Lumix S1R II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix S1R
36 × 24 mm · Full Frame
864 mm² area
Lumix S1R II
35.8 × 23.9 mm · Full Frame
856 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 S1R
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 148.9, 110, 96.7
Card types
Adds XQD
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Battery life (CIPA)
380 shots vs 350 shots — higher is better
Resolution
47.3 MP vs 44.3 MP — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S1R II
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 91.8
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 150 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 225 — higher is better
Codecs
Adds Apple ProRes RAW, Apple ProRes 422 HQ, H.265…
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Pre-Capture / Pre-Release
Only Lumix S1R II supports it
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓In-body stabilization (IBIS) — Both support in-body stabilization (ibis)
- ✓Weather sealing — Both support weather sealing
- ✓Card slots — Both 2
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix S1R
Pros
- ✓47MP
- ✓High detail
- ✓L-mount
Cons
- –Contrast AF era
- –Heavy
- –Superseded
Lumix S1R II
Pros
- ✓44.3MP full-frame BSI sensor
- ✓8K video
- ✓Phase Hybrid AF
- ✓CFexpress plus SD workflow
Cons
- –Large high-res files
- –Premium price
- –L-mount lens size
Decided which one is right for you?
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Full specifications
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Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for wildlife, Lumix S1R or Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R II scores 8.0/10 versus 3.0/10 for Lumix S1R — 40fps burst captures fleeting moments.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix S1R and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R is 47.3 MP and Lumix S1R II is 44.3 MP, so the Lumix S1R captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix S1R and Lumix S1R II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix S1R has 6-stop in-body image stabilization, while Lumix S1R II has 8-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix S1R or the Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R reaches 9 fps electronic. Lumix S1R II reaches 40 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix S1R and Lumix S1R II?
Lumix S1R weighs 1020 g and Lumix S1R II weighs 795 g, so the Lumix S1R II is 225 g lighter.
Do the Lumix S1R and Lumix S1R II record 4K video?
Lumix S1R: 4K up to 60p. Lumix S1R II: 8K (max), 4K up to 120p.
Are the Lumix S1R and Lumix S1R II weather sealed?
Lumix S1R: Yes. Lumix S1R II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 380 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix S1R and 350 shots for the Lumix S1R II, giving the Lumix S1R the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix S1R launched at $3,699 and Lumix S1R II at $3,299. The Lumix S1R II is $400 less.
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Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed July 2026.