Panasonic LUMIX S S1R Black
Panasonic
76 Overall Score
vs
Nikon Z8 Z8 Black 2023
Nikon
83 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Panasonic LUMIX S S1R Black
85 out of 100 medium confidence 15 reviews
The Panasonic S1R is praised for its exceptional image quality, comfortable handling despite its size, and intuitive menu system. Users upgrading from Micro Four Thirds or Canon find it a significant improvement, though the weight and battery life are noted as minor drawbacks. The camera's build quality and features like focus stacking and panoramic modes are well-received.
Pros
- Exceptional image quality
- Comfortable handling despite size
- Intuitive menu system
- Excellent build quality
- Great EVF
Cons
- Heavy and bulky
- Battery life could be better
- Learning curve for new users
Image quality 5
Handling and ergonomics 5
Menu system 3
Build quality 3
Weight and size 4
Battery life 2
Nikon Z8 Z8 Black 2023
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Wedding Events
Beginner
Photography
Sports Wildlife
Video
Youtube
Product Photography
Vlogging
Streaming
Travel
Specifications
| Panasonic LUMIX S S1R | Nikon Z8 Z8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Size | full-frame | full-frame |
| Megapixels | 47.29999923706055 MP★ | 45.70000076293945 MP |
| ISO Range | 100 | 100 |
| Processor | Venus Engine | EXPEED 7 |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| Eye AF | — | ✓★ |
| Subject Detection | — | ✓★ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 9 fps | 20 fps★ |
| Max Shutter | — | 1/200 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 4K | 8K★ |
| 4K FPS | 60 fps | 120 fps★ |
| 10-bit | — | ✓★ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | 14-bit RAW | N-RAW, ProRes RAW |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 5.8M dots★ | 3.7M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | — | 0.82 kg★ |
| Battery Life | — | 840 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✗ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Type A | HDMI/USB Cable Clip |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Panasonic LUMIX S S1R Black
- Strong evf (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong stabilization (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong video (91st percentile)91st %ile
Nikon Z8 Z8 Black 2023
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong battery (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong evf (95th percentile)95th %ile
Pricing
Panasonic LUMIX S S1R Black0.017score per dollar
vs
Nikon Z8 Z8 Black 20230.024score per dollar
Nikon Z8 Z8 Black 2023 offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z8 Z8
Scores 83 overall, wins 9 of 10 usage categories and 9 of 29 specs.
