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Canon 50D vs Panasonic S1H

The Canon EOS 50D and the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H are two enthusiast cameras that were announced, respectively, in August 2008 and May 2019. The 50D is a DSLR, while the S1H is a mirrorless interchangeable lens camera. The cameras are based on an APS-C (50D) and a full frame (S1H) sensor. The Canon has a resolution of 15.1 megapixels, whereas the Panasonic provides 24 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Canon 50D
versus
Panasonic S1H
Canon 50D   Panasonic S1H
Digital single lens reflex Mirrorless system camera
Canon EF mount lenses Leica L mount lenses
15.1 MP – APS-C sensor 24 MP – Full Frame sensor
no Video 6K/30p Video
ISO 100-3,200 (100 - 12,800) ISO 100-51,200 (50 - 204,800)
Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder (5760k dots)
3.0" LCD – 920k dots 3.2" LCD – 2330k dots
Fixed screen (not touch-sensitive) Swivel touchscreen
6.3 shutter flaps per second 9 shutter flaps per second
Lens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Weathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
800 shots per battery charge400 shots per battery charge
146 x 108 x 74 mm, 822 g 151 x 114 x 110 mm, 1052 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Canon EOS 50D and the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

An illustration of the physical size and weight of the Canon 50D and the Panasonic S1H is provided in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Size Canon 50D vs Panasonic S1H
Compare 50D versus S1H top
Comparison 50D or S1H rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Panasonic S1H is notably larger (9 percent) than the Canon 50D. Moreover, the S1H is markedly heavier (28 percent) than the 50D. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.

Concerning battery life, the 50D gets 800 shots out of its Canon BP-511A battery, while the S1H can take 400 images on a single charge of its Panasonic DMW-BLJ31 power pack. The power pack in the S1H can be charged via the USB port, which can be very convenient when travelling.

The following table provides a synthesis of the main physical specifications of the two cameras and other similar ones. In case you want to display and compare another camera duo, you can use the CAM-parator app to select your camera combination among a large number of options.

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Body Specifications
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Canon 50D 146 mm 108 mm 74 mm 822 g 800 i Aug 2008 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Panasonic S1H 151 mm 114 mm 110 mm 1052 g 400 i May 2019 US$ 3 999 amazon.com
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Canon 7D 148 mm 111 mm 74 mm 860 g 800 i Sep 2009 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Canon 7D II 149 mm 112 mm 78 mm 910 g 670 i Sep 2014 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Canon 20D 144 mm 106 mm 72 mm 770 g 700 i Aug 2004 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Canon 30D 144 mm 106 mm 74 mm 785 g 750 i Feb 2006 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Canon 40D 146 mm 108 mm 74 mm 822 g 750 i Aug 2007 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Canon 60D 145 mm 106 mm 79 mm 755 g 1100 i Aug 2010 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Canon 70D 139 mm 104 mm 79 mm 755 g 920 i Jul 2013 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Canon 80D 139 mm 105 mm 79 mm 730 g 960 i Feb 2016 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Canon 90D 141 mm 105 mm 77 mm 701 g 1300 i Aug 2019 US$ 1 199 amazon.com
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Canon T1i 129 mm 98 mm 62 mm 520 g 400 i Mar 2009 US$ 799ebay.com
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Leica SL2-S 146 mm 107 mm 83 mm 931 g 510 i Dec 2020 US$ 4 899 amazon.com
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Panasonic S1 149 mm 110 mm 97 mm 1017 g 400 i Feb 2019 US$ 2 499ebay.com
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Panasonic S1R 149 mm 110 mm 97 mm 1016 g 380 i Feb 2019 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Panasonic S5 133 mm 98 mm 82 mm 714 g 440 i Sep 2020 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sigma fp 113 mm 70 mm 45 mm 422 g 280 i Jul 2019 US$ 1 899 amazon.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will obviously take relative prices into account. The retail prices at the time of the camera’s release place the model in the market relative to other models in the producer’s line-up and the competition. The 50D was launched at a markedly lower price (by 68 percent) than the S1H, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The size of the sensor inside a digital camera is one of the key determinants of image quality. A large sensor will tend to have larger individual pixels that provide better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixel-units in a sensor of the same technological generation. Moreover, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more control over depth-of-field in the image and, thus, the ability to better isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Canon 50D features an APS-C sensor and the Panasonic S1H a full frame sensor. The sensor area in the S1H is 155 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.6 and 1.0. Both cameras have a native aspect ratio (sensor width to sensor height) of 3:2.

Canon 50D and Panasonic S1H sensor measures

With 24MP, the S1H offers a higher resolution than the 50D (15.1MP), but the S1H nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 5.94μm versus 4.69μm for the 50D) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the S1H is a much more recent model (by 10 years and 9 months) than the 50D, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixel-units.

The resolution advantage of the Panasonic S1H implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the S1H for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 30 x 20 inches or 76.2 x 50.8 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 24 x 16 inches or 61 x 40.6 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20 x 13.3 inches or 50.8 x 33.9 cm. The corresponding values for the Canon 50D are 23.8 x 15.8 inches or 60.4 x 40.2 cm for good quality, 19 x 12.7 inches or 48.3 x 32.2 cm for very good quality, and 15.8 x 10.6 inches or 40.2 x 26.8 cm for excellent quality prints.

Unlike the 50D, the S1H has the capacity to capture high quality composite images (96MP) by combining multiple shots after shifting its sensor by miniscule distances. This multi-shot, pixel-shift mode is most suitable for photography of stationary objects (landscapes, studio scenes).

The Canon EOS 50D has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 3200, which can be extended to ISO 100-12800. The corresponding ISO settings for the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H are ISO 100 to ISO 51200, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 50-204800.

Technology-wise, both cameras are equipped with CMOS (Complementary Metal–Oxide–Semiconductor) sensors. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

50D versus S1H MP

For many cameras, data on sensor performance has been reported by DXO Mark. This service assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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Sports
DXO
Overall
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Canon 50D APS-C 15.1 4752 3168i21.811.469663
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Panasonic S1H Full Frame 24.0 6000 40006K/30p25.214.2280594
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Canon 7D APS-C 17.9 5184 34561080/30p22.011.785466
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Canon 7D II APS-C 20.0 5472 36481080/60p22.411.8108270
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Canon 20D APS-C 8.2 3504 2336i21.911.072162
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Canon 30D APS-C 8.2 3504 2336i21.510.873659
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Canon 40D APS-C 10.1 3888 2592i22.111.370364
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Canon 60D APS-C 17.9 5184 34561080/30p22.211.581366
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Canon 70D APS-C 20.0 5472 36481080/30p22.511.692668
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Canon 80D APS-C 24.0 6000 40001080/60p23.613.2113579
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Canon 90D APS-C 32.3 6960 46404K/30p24.013.5184883
12.
 
Canon T1i APS-C 15.1 4752 31681080/20p21.711.566363
13.
 
Leica SL2-S Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/60p25.214.1350495
14.
 
Panasonic S1 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/60p25.214.5333395
15.
 
Panasonic S1R Full Frame 46.7 8368 55844K/60p26.414.13525100
16.
 
Panasonic S5 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/60p25.114.5269794
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Sigma fp Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p25.214.2282994
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. The S1H indeed provides for movie recording, while the 50D does not. The highest resolution format that the S1H can use is 6K/30p.

Feature comparison

Beyond body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a range of features. For example, the S1H has an electronic viewfinder (5760k dots), while the 50D has an optical one. Both systems have their advantages, with the electronic viewfinder making it possible to project supplementary shooting information into the framing view, whereas the optical viewfinder offers lag-free viewing and a very clear framing image. The viewfinder in the S1H offers a wider field of view (100%) than the one in the 50D (95%), so that a larger proportion of the captured image is visible in the finder. In addition, the viewfinder of the S1H has a higher magnification (0.78x vs 0.59x), so that the size of the image transmitted appears closer to the size seen with the naked human eye. The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Canon 50D, the Panasonic S1H, and comparable cameras.

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Speed *
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Flash
(yes/no)
Built-in
Image
Stab
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Canon 50Doptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/8000s 6.3/s i i
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Panasonic S1H5760 i3.2 / 2330 swivel i 1/8000s 9.0/s i i
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Canon 7Doptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/8000s 8.0/s i i
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Canon 7D IIoptical i3.0 / 1040 fixed i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Canon 20Doptical i1.8 / 118 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Canon 30Doptical i2.5 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
7.
 
Canon 40Doptical i3.0 / 230 fixed i 1/8000s 6.5/s i i
8.
 
Canon 60Doptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/8000s 5.3/s i i
9.
 
Canon 70Doptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
10.
 
Canon 80Doptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
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Canon 90Doptical i3.0 / 1040 swivel i 1/8000s 11.0/s i i
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Canon T1ioptical i3.0 / 920 fixed i 1/4000s 3.4/s i i
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Leica SL2-S5760 i3.2 / 2100 fixed i 1/8000s 20.0/s i i
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Panasonic S15760 i3.2 / 2100 full-flex i 1/8000s 9.0/s i i
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Panasonic S1R5760 i3.2 / 2100 full-flex i 1/8000s 9.0/s i i
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Panasonic S52360 i3.0 / 1840 swivel i 1/8000s 7.0/s i i
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Sigma fpoptional i3.2 / 2100 fixed i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
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One difference between the cameras concerns the presence of an on-board flash. The 50D has one, while the S1H does not. While the built-in flash of the 50D is not very powerful, it can at times be useful as a fill-in light.

The S1H has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies. In contrast, the 50D does not have a selfie-screen.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, the S1H is one of those camera that have an additional electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Panasonic S1H has an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The 50D writes its imaging data to Compact Flash cards, while the S1H uses SDXC cards. The S1H features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the 50D only has one slot.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Canon EOS 50D and Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Canon 50Dii / iiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic S1Histereo / monoiifull3.1iii
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Canon 7Dimono / iiimini2.0iii
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Canon 7D IIistereo / monoiimini3.0iii
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Canon 20Dii / iiii1.1iii
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Canon 30Dii / iiii2.0iii
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Canon 40Dii / iiii2.0iii
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Canon 60Dimono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon 70Distereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon 80Distereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon 90Distereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Canon T1iimono / monoiimini2.0iii
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Leica SL2-Sistereo / monoiifull3.2iii
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Panasonic S1istereo / monoiifull3.1iii
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Panasonic S1Ristereo / monoiifull3.1iii
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Panasonic S5istereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Sigma fpistereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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It is notable that the S1H offers wifi support, which can be a very convenient means to transfer image data to an off-camera location. In contrast, the 50D does not provide wifi capability.

Both cameras feature a PC Sync terminal to control professional strobe lights, which will be appreciated by studio photographers.

The S1H is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Panasonic. In contrast, the 50D has been discontinued (but can be found pre-owned on ebay). As a replacement in the same line of cameras, the 50D was succeeded by the Canon 60D. Further information on the features and operation of the 50D and S1H can be found, respectively, in the Canon 50D Manual (free pdf) or the online Panasonic S1H Manual.

Review summary

So what conclusions can be drawn? Which of the two cameras – the Canon 50D or the Panasonic S1H – has the upper hand? Is one clearly better than the other? A synthesis of the relative strong points of each of the models is listed below.

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Arguments in favor of the Canon EOS 50D:

  • Brighter framing: Features an optical viewfinder for clear, lag-free composition.
  • Less heavy: Is lighter (by 230g or 22 percent) and hence easier to carry around.
  • Longer lasting: Can take more shots (800 versus 400) on a single battery charge.
  • Easier fill-in: Is equipped with a small onboard flash to brighten deep shadow areas.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (68 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in August 2008).

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Reasons to prefer the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (24 vs 15.1MP), which boosts linear resolution by 26%.
  • High quality composites: Can combine several shots after pixel-shifting its sensor.
  • Better image quality: Is equipped with a larger and more technologically advanced sensor.
  • Richer colors: The sensor size advantage translates into images with better, more accurate colors.
  • More dynamic range: Larger sensor captures a wider spectrum of light and dark details.
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Larger sensor produces good images even in poorly lit environments.
  • Broader imaging potential: Can capture not only stills but also 6K/30p video.
  • More framing info: Has an electronic viewfinder that displays shooting data.
  • More complete view: Has a viewfinder with a larger field of view (100% vs 95%).
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.78x vs 0.59x).
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.2" vs 3.0") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (2330k vs 920k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a swivel screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
  • Fewer buttons to press: Has a touchscreen to facilitate handling and shooting adjustments.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (9 vs 6.3 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Less disturbing: Has an electronic shutter option for completely silent shooting.
  • Easier time-lapse photography: Has an intervalometer built-in for low frequency shooting.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Sharper images: Has stabilization technology built-in to reduce the impact of hand-shake.
  • More legacy lens friendly: Can use many non-native lenses via adapters.
  • Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (3.1 vs 2.0).
  • Easier file upload: Has wifi built in for automatic backup or image transfer to the web.
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • Greater peace of mind: Features a second card slot as a backup in case of memory card failure.
  • More modern: Reflects 10 years and 9 months of technical progress since the 50D launch.

If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the S1H is the clear winner of the contest (26 : 6 points). However, the relevance of individual strengths will vary across photographers, so that you might want to apply your own weighing scheme to the summary points when reflecting and deciding on a new camera. A professional wedding photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a travel photog, and a person interested in cityscapes has distinct needs from a macro shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

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How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Canon 50D and the Panasonic S1H place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best DSLR Camera and Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listings whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the comparison of technical specifications can provide a useful overview of the capabilities of different cameras, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the 50D and the S1H in practical situations. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is why expert reviews are important. The table below provides a synthesis of the camera assessments of some of the best known photo-gear review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Canon 50D..+ +..+ +4.5/54.5/5 Aug 2008 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Panasonic S1H....4/590/100.... May 2019 US$ 3 999 amazon.com
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Canon 7D5/5+ +..84/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2009 US$ 1 699ebay.com
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Canon 7D II4.5/5+3.5/584/1004/54.5/5 Sep 2014 US$ 1 799ebay.com
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Canon 20D......+ +.... Aug 2004 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Canon 30D..+ +..+ +o.. Feb 2006 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Canon 40D..+ +..+ +4.5/54.5/5 Aug 2007 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Canon 60D5/5+..79/1004/54.5/5 Aug 2010 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Canon 70D5/5+ +..83/1004.5/55/5 Jul 2013 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Canon 80D4/5+ +4.5/584/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2016 US$ 1 199ebay.com
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Canon 90D4/5+4.5/585/1004.5/54.5/5 Aug 2019 US$ 1 199 amazon.com
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Canon T1i..+ +..74/1004.5/54.5/5 Mar 2009 US$ 799ebay.com
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Leica SL2-S4/5..4/5..4.5/54.5/5 Dec 2020 US$ 4 899 amazon.com
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Panasonic S14.5/5+ +4.5/588/1004.5/54/5 Feb 2019 US$ 2 499ebay.com
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Panasonic S1R4.5/5..4.6/589/1004.5/54.5/5 Feb 2019 US$ 3 699ebay.com
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Panasonic S54.5/5+ +4.5/588/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2020 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sigma fp4/5..4/5..4/54.5/5 Jul 2019 US$ 1 899 amazon.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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The review scores listed above should be treated with care, though. The assessments were made in relation to similar cameras of the same technological generation. Thus, a score needs to be put into the context of the launch date and the launch price of the camera, and rating-comparisons among cameras that span long time periods or concern very differently equipped models make little sense. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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  • Canon 7D II
  • Canon 10D
  • Canon 20D
  • Canon 30D
  • Canon 40D
  • Canon 50D
  • Canon 60D
  • Canon 70D
  • Canon 77D
  • Canon 80D
  • Canon 90D
  • Canon D30
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  • Canon G1 X
  • Canon G1 X Mark II
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  • Canon G7 X Mark III
  • Canon G9 X
  • Canon G9 X Mark II
  • Canon G12
  • Canon G15
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  • Canon M
  • Canon M3
  • Canon M5
  • Canon M6
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  • Canon M10
  • Canon M50
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  • Canon M100
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  • Canon R1
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  • Canon R5
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  • Canon R6
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  • Canon R7
  • Canon R8
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  • Canon R50
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  • Canon R100
  • Canon RP
  • Canon S120
  • Canon SL1
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  • Canon SL3
  • Canon SX1
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  • Canon SX20
  • Canon SX30
  • Canon SX40
  • Canon SX50
  • Canon SX60
  • Canon SX70
  • Canon SX400
  • Canon SX410
  • Canon SX420
  • Canon SX430
  • Canon SX500
  • Canon SX510
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  • Canon SX530
  • Canon SX540
  • Canon SX600
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  • Canon SX700
  • Canon SX710
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  • Canon Rebel
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  • Contax N Digital
  • Epson R-D1
  • Fujifilm GFX 50R
  • Fujifilm GFX 50S
  • Fujifilm GFX 50S II
  • Fujifilm GFX 100
  • Fujifilm GFX 100 II
  • Fujifilm GFX 100RF
  • Fujifilm GFX 100S
  • Fujifilm GFX 100S II
  • Fujifilm X-A1
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  • Fujifilm X-A3
  • Fujifilm X-A5
  • Fujifilm X-A7
  • Fujifilm X-A10
  • Fujifilm X-E1
  • Fujifilm X-E2
  • Fujifilm X-E2S
  • Fujifilm X-E3
  • Fujifilm X-E4
  • Fujifilm X-E5
  • Fujifilm X-H1
  • Fujifilm X-H2
  • Fujifilm X-H2S
  • Fujifilm X-M1
  • Fujifilm X-M5
  • Fujifilm X-Pro1
  • Fujifilm X-Pro2
  • Fujifilm X-Pro3
  • Fujifilm X-S10
  • Fujifilm X-S20
  • Fujifilm X-T1
  • Fujifilm X-T2
  • Fujifilm X-T3
  • Fujifilm X-T4
  • Fujifilm X-T5
  • Fujifilm X-T10
  • Fujifilm X-T20
  • Fujifilm X-T30
  • Fujifilm X-T30 II
  • Fujifilm X-T50
  • Fujifilm X-T100
  • Fujifilm X-T200
  • Fujifilm X10
  • Fujifilm X20
  • Fujifilm X30
  • Fujifilm X70
  • Fujifilm X100
  • Fujifilm X100S
  • Fujifilm X100T
  • Fujifilm X100F
  • Fujifilm X100V
  • Fujifilm X100VI
  • Fujifilm XF10
  • Fujifilm XQ1
  • Fujifilm XQ2
  • Fujifilm XP120
  • Fujifilm XP130
  • Fujifilm XP140
  • Hasselblad X1D
  • Hasselblad X1D II
  • Hasselblad X2D 100C
  • Kodak AZ901
  • Kodak S-1
  • Leica C-LUX
  • Leica CL
  • Leica D-LUX Typ 109
  • Leica D-LUX 5
  • Leica D-LUX 6
  • Leica D-LUX 7
  • Leica D-LUX 8
  • Leica Digilux 3
  • Leica M Typ 240
  • Leica M-E Typ 240
  • Leica M Typ 262
  • Leica M8
  • Leica M9
  • Leica M10
  • Leica M10-P
  • Leica M10-R
  • Leica M11
  • Leica Q Typ 116
  • Leica Q2
  • Leica Q3
  • Leica S1
  • Leica S2
  • Leica S3
  • Leica S Typ 006
  • Leica S-E Typ 006
  • Leica S Typ 007
  • Leica SL
  • Leica SL2
  • Leica SL2-S
  • Leica SL3
  • Leica SL3-S
  • Leica T
  • Leica TL
  • Leica TL2
  • Leica V-LUX 1
  • Leica V-LUX 2
  • Leica V-LUX 3
  • Leica V-LUX 4
  • Leica V-LUX Typ 114
  • Leica V-LUX 5
  • Leica X1
  • Leica X2
  • Leica X Vario
  • Leica X Typ 113
  • Leica X-U Typ 113
  • Leitz Ur-Leica
  • Nikon 1 J4
  • Nikon 1 J5
  • Nikon 1 V1
  • Nikon 1 V2
  • Nikon 1 V3
  • Nikon Coolpix A
  • Nikon A1000
  • Nikon B500
  • Nikon B600
  • Nikon B700
  • Nikon D1
  • Nikon D1H
  • Nikon D1X
  • Nikon D2H
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  • Nikon D3
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  • Nikon D50
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  • Nikon D300S
  • Nikon D500
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  • Nikon D610
  • Nikon D700
  • Nikon D750
  • Nikon D780
  • Nikon D800
  • Nikon D800E
  • Nikon D810
  • Nikon D850
  • Nikon D3000
  • Nikon D3100
  • Nikon D3200
  • Nikon D3300
  • Nikon D3400
  • Nikon D3500
  • Nikon D5000
  • Nikon D5100
  • Nikon D5200
  • Nikon D5300
  • Nikon D5500
  • Nikon D5600
  • Nikon D7000
  • Nikon D7100
  • Nikon D7200
  • Nikon D7500
  • Nikon Df
  • Nikon L840
  • Nikon P900
  • Nikon P950
  • Nikon P1000
  • Nikon P1100
  • Nikon P7800
  • Nikon W150
  • Nikon W300
  • Nikon Z5
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  • Nikon Z6
  • Nikon Z6 II
  • Nikon Z6 III
  • Nikon Z7
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  • Nikon Z8
  • Nikon Z9
  • Nikon Z30
  • Nikon Z50
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  • Nikon Zf
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  • Olympus E-1
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  • Olympus E-5
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  • Olympus E-450
  • Olympus E-500
  • Olympus E-510
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  • Olympus E-600
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  • Olympus E-M1X
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  • Olympus E-M5 III
  • Olympus E-M10
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  • Olympus E-M10 III
  • Olympus E-M10 IV
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  • Olympus PEN-F
  • Olympus Stylus 1
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  • Olympus TG-4
  • Olympus TG-5
  • Olympus TG-6
  • Olympus XZ-1
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  • OM System OM-1
  • OM System OM-1 II
  • OM System OM-3
  • OM System OM-5
  • OM System OM-5 II
  • OM System TG-7
  • Panasonic FZ80
  • Panasonic FZ80D
  • Panasonic FZ100
  • Panasonic FZ150
  • Panasonic FZ200
  • Panasonic FZ300
  • Panasonic FZ1000
  • Panasonic FZ1000 II
  • Panasonic FZ2500
  • Panasonic G1
  • Panasonic G2
  • Panasonic G3
  • Panasonic G5
  • Panasonic G6
  • Panasonic G7
  • Panasonic G9
  • Panasonic G9 II
  • Panasonic G10
  • Panasonic G85
  • Panasonic G97
  • Panasonic G95
  • Panasonic G100
  • Panasonic GF1
  • Panasonic GF2
  • Panasonic GF3
  • Panasonic GF5
  • Panasonic GF6
  • Panasonic GF7
  • Panasonic GH1
  • Panasonic GH2
  • Panasonic GH3
  • Panasonic GH4
  • Panasonic GH5
  • Panasonic GH5 II
  • Panasonic GH5s
  • Panasonic GH6
  • Panasonic GH7
  • Panasonic GM1
  • Panasonic GM5
  • Panasonic GX1
  • Panasonic GX7
  • Panasonic GX8
  • Panasonic GX9
  • Panasonic GX85
  • Panasonic GX850
  • Panasonic L1
  • Panasonic L10
  • Panasonic LF1
  • Panasonic LX5
  • Panasonic LX7
  • Panasonic LX10
  • Panasonic LX100
  • Panasonic LX100 II
  • Panasonic S1
  • Panasonic S1 II
  • Panasonic S1H
  • Panasonic S1R
  • Panasonic S1R II
  • Panasonic S5
  • Panasonic S5 II
  • Panasonic S9
  • Panasonic TS7
  • Panasonic ZS70
  • Panasonic ZS80
  • Panasonic ZS100
  • Panasonic ZS200
  • Pentax 645D
  • Pentax 645Z
  • Pentax K-1
  • Pentax K-1 II
  • Pentax K-3
  • Pentax K-3 II
  • Pentax K-3 III
  • Pentax K-5
  • Pentax K-5 II
  • Pentax K-30
  • Pentax K-50
  • Pentax K-70
  • Pentax K-500
  • Pentax KP
  • Pentax K-S1
  • Pentax K-S2
  • Pentax MX-1
  • Pentax Q
  • Pentax WG-8
  • Pentax WG-90
  • Pentax WG-1000
  • Ricoh GR
  • Ricoh GR II
  • Ricoh GR III
  • Ricoh GR IIIx
  • Ricoh WG-6
  • Ricoh WG-60
  • Samsung NX1
  • Samsung NX30
  • Samsung NX500
  • Sigma fp
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  • Sony A1
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  • Sony A7
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  • Sony A7C
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  • Sony A7C R
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  • Sony WX800
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  • Sony ZV-1F
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  • Sony ZV-E10
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  • YI M1
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Specifications: Canon 50D vs Panasonic S1H

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Canon 50D Panasonic S1H
Camera Type Digital single lens reflex Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Canon EF mount lenses Leica L mount lenses
Launch Date August 2008 May 2019
Launch Price USD 1,299 USD 3,999
Sensor Specs Canon 50D Panasonic S1H
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format APS-C Sensor Full Frame Sensor
Sensor Size 22.3 x 14.9 mm 35.6 x 23.8 mm
Sensor Area 332.27 mm2 847.28 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 26.8 mm 42.8 mm
Crop Factor 1.6x 1.0x
Sensor Resolution 15.1 Megapixels 24 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4752 x 3168 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Pixel Pitch 4.69 μm 5.94 μm
Pixel Density 4.53 MP/cm2 2.83 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability no Video 6K/30p Video
ISO Setting 100 - 3,200 ISO 100 - 51,200 ISO
ISO Boost 100 - 12,800 ISO 50 - 204,800 ISO
Image Processor DIGIC 4 Venus
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 63 ..
DXO Color Depth (bits) 21.8 ..
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 11.4 ..
DXO Low Light (ISO) 696 ..
Screen Specs Canon 50D Panasonic S1H
Viewfinder Type Optical viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 95% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.59x 0.78x
Viewfinder Resolution 5760k dots
Top-Level Screen Control Panel Control Panel
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.2inch
LCD Resolution 920k dots 2330k dots
LCD Attachment Fixed screen Swivel screen
Touch Input no Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Canon 50D Panasonic S1H
Focus System Phase-detect AF Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing Aidno Peaking FeatureFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous Shooting 6.3 shutter flaps/s 9 shutter flaps/s
Shutter Life Expectancy100 000 actuations400 000 actuations
Electronic Shutterno E-Shutterup to 1/8000s
Time-Lapse Photographyno IntervalometerIntervalometer built-in
Image StabilizationLens stabilization onlyIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash Built-in Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium CF cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Dual card slots
Connectivity Specs Canon 50D Panasonic S1H
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash PC Sync socket PC Sync socket
USB Connector USB 2.0 USB 3.1
HDMI Port mini HDMI full HDMI
Microphone Port no MIC socket External MIC port
Headphone Socket no Headphone port Headphone port
Wifi Support no Wifi Wifi built-in
Bluetooth Support no Bluetooth Bluetooth built-in
Body Specs Canon 50D Panasonic S1H
Environmental SealingWeathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
Battery Type Canon BP-511A Panasonic DMW-BLJ31
Battery Life (CIPA)800 shots per charge400 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 146 x 108 x 74 mm
(5.7 x 4.3 x 2.9 in)
151 x 114 x 110 mm
(5.9 x 4.5 x 4.3 in)
Camera Weight 822 g (29.0 oz) 1052 g (37.1 oz)
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