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Panasonic GX7 vs S1H

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H are two enthusiast cameras that were announced, respectively, in August 2013 and May 2019. Both the GX7 and the S1H are mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras that are based on a Four Thirds (GX7) and a full frame (S1H) sensor. The GX7 has a resolution of 15.8 megapixels, whereas the S1H provides 24 MP.

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

Headline Specifications
Panasonic GX7
versus
Panasonic S1H
Panasonic GX7   Panasonic S1H
Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Micro Four Thirds lenses Leica L mount lenses
15.8 MP – Four Thirds sensor 24 MP – Full Frame sensor
1080/60p Video 6K/30p Video
ISO 125-25,600 ISO 100-51,200 (50 - 204,800)
Electronic viewfinder (2760k dots) Electronic viewfinder (5760k dots)
3.0" LCD – 1040k dots 3.2" LCD – 2330k dots
Tilting touchscreen Swivel touchscreen
5 shutter flaps per second 9 shutter flaps per second
In-body stabilizationIn-body stabilization
not weather sealedWeathersealed body
350 shots per battery charge400 shots per battery charge
123 x 71 x 55 mm, 402 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 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 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

The physical size and weight of the Panasonic GX7 and the Panasonic S1H are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive views from the front, the top, and the rear side are shown. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

The GX7 can be obtained in two different colors (black, silver), while the S1H is only available in black.

Size Panasonic GX7 vs Panasonic S1H
Compare GX7 versus S1H top
Comparison GX7 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 considerably larger (97 percent) than the Panasonic GX7. Moreover, the S1H is substantially heavier (162 percent) than the GX7. It is noteworthy in this context that the S1H is splash and dust-proof, while the GX7 does not feature any corresponding weather-sealing.

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 GX7 gets 350 shots out of its Panasonic DMW-BLG10 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 adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. 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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Panasonic GX7 123 mm 71 mm 55 mm 402 g 350 i Aug 2013 US$ 999ebay.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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Leica SL2-S 146 mm 107 mm 83 mm 931 g 510 i Dec 2020 US$ 4 899 amazon.com
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Olympus E-M1X 144 mm 147 mm 75 mm 997 g 870 i Jan 2019 US$ 2 999ebay.com
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Olympus E-M5 II 124 mm 85 mm 45 mm 469 g 310 i Feb 2015 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Olympus E-M10 119 mm 82 mm 46 mm 396 g 320 i Jan 2014 US$ 699ebay.com
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Olympus E-M10 II 120 mm 83 mm 47 mm 390 g 320 i Aug 2015 US$ 649ebay.com
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Olympus E-P5 122 mm 69 mm 37 mm 420 g 330 i May 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL7 115 mm 67 mm 38 mm 357 g 350 i Aug 2014 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G5 120 mm 83 mm 71 mm 396 g 320 i Jul 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G6 122 mm 85 mm 71 mm 390 g 340 i Apr 2013 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic GH2 124 mm 90 mm 76 mm 442 g 330 i Sep 2010 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic GX1 116 mm 68 mm 39 mm 318 g 320 i Nov 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
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Panasonic GX80 122 mm 71 mm 44 mm 426 g 290 i Apr 2016 US$ 799 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
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 manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The GX7 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 75 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.

Sensor comparison

The size of the imaging sensor is a crucial determinant 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. Furthermore, a large sensor camera will give the photographer more possibilities to use shallow depth-of-field in order to isolate a subject from the background. On the downside, larger sensors are more costly to manufacture and tend to lead to bigger and heavier cameras and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Panasonic GX7 features a Four Thirds sensor and the Panasonic S1H a full frame sensor. The sensor area in the S1H is 276 percent bigger. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 2.0 and 1.0. The sensor in the GX7 has a native 4:3 aspect ratio, while the one in the S1H offers a 3:2 aspect.

Panasonic GX7 and Panasonic S1H sensor measures

With 24MP, the S1H offers a higher resolution than the GX7 (15.8MP), but the S1H nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 5.94μm versus 3.77μm for the GX7) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the S1H is a much more recent model (by 5 years and 9 months) than the GX7, 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 Panasonic GX7 are 23 x 17.2 inches or 58.3 x 43.8 cm for good quality, 18.4 x 13.8 inches or 46.7 x 35 cm for very good quality, and 15.3 x 11.5 inches or 38.9 x 29.2 cm for excellent quality prints.

Unlike the GX7, 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 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 125 to ISO 25600. 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.

GX7 versus S1H MP

Since 2007, DXO Mark has published sensor performance measurements that have been derived using a consistent methodology. This service determines an overall sensor rating, as well as sub-scores for low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and color depth ("DXO Portrait"). The table below summarizes the physical sensor characteristics and sensor quality findings and compares them across a set of similar cameras.

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Panasonic GX7 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34481080/60p22.612.271870
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Panasonic S1H Full Frame 24.0 6000 40006K/30p25.214.2280594
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Leica SL2-S Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/60p25.214.1350495
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Olympus E-M1X Four Thirds 20.2 5184 38884K/30p23.213.0125475
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Olympus E-M5 II Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p23.012.584273
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Olympus E-M10 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p22.812.388472
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Olympus E-M10 II Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p23.112.584273
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Olympus E-P5 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p22.812.489572
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Olympus E-PL7 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p22.712.487372
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Panasonic G5 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p21.411.661861
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Panasonic G6 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p21.311.563961
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Panasonic GH2 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60i21.211.365560
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Panasonic GX1 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34481080/60p20.810.670355
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Panasonic GX80 Four Thirds 15.8 4592 34484K/30p22.912.666271
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Panasonic S1 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/60p25.214.5333395
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Panasonic S1R Full Frame 46.7 8368 55844K/60p26.414.13525100
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Panasonic S5 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/60p25.114.5269794
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras are not only capable of taking still images, but can also record movies. Both cameras under consideration are equipped with sensors that have a sufficiently high read-out speed for moving images, but the S1H provides a better video resolution than the GX7. It can shoot movie footage at 6K/30p, while the GX7 is limited to 1080/60p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The two cameras under review are similar with respect to both having an electronic viewfinder. However, the one in the S1H offers a substantially higher resolution than the one in the GX7 (5760k vs 2760k dots). The following table reports on some other key feature differences and similarities of the Panasonic GX7, the Panasonic S1H, and comparable cameras.

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Core Features
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Panasonic GX72760 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/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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Leica SL2-S5760 i3.2 / 2100 fixed i 1/8000s 20.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M1X2360 i3.0 / 1037 swivel i 1/8000s 18.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M5 II2360 i3.0 / 1037 swivel i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M101440 i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M10 II2360 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
8.
 
Olympus E-P5optional i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/8000s 9.0/s i i
9.
 
Olympus E-PL7optional i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/s i i
10.
 
Panasonic G51440 i3.0 / 920 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Panasonic G61440 i3.0 / 1036 swivel i 1/4000s 7.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH21534 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Panasonic GX1optional i3.0 / 460 fixed i 1/4000s 4.2/s i i
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Panasonic GX802765 i3.0 / 1040 tilting i 1/4000s 8.0/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
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
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One difference between the cameras concerns the presence of an on-board flash. The GX7 has one, while the S1H does not. While the built-in flash of the GX7 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 GX7 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, both cameras under consideration feature an 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 GX7 and the Panasonic S1H both have 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.

Concerning the storage of imaging data, both the GX7 and the S1H write their files to SDXC cards. The S1H features dual card slots, which can be very useful in case a memory card fails. In contrast, the GX7 only has one slot. The S1H supports UHS-II cards (on both slots), while the GX7 can use UHS-I cards.

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 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 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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Panasonic GX7istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic S1Histereo / monoiifull3.1iii
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Leica SL2-Sistereo / monoiifull3.2iii
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Olympus E-M1Xistereo / monoiimicro3.0iii
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Olympus E-M5 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-M10istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-M10 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-P5istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-PL7istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic G5istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic G6istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GH2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GX1istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GX80istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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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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It is notable that the S1H has a headphone jack, which makes it possible to attach external headphones and monitor the quality of sound during the recording process. The GX7 lacks such a headphone port.

Studio photographers will appreciate that the Panasonic S1H (unlike the GX7) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.

The S1H is a recent model that features in the current product line-up of Panasonic. In contrast, the GX7 has been discontinued (but can be found pre-owned on ebay). As a replacement in the same line of cameras, the GX7 was succeeded by the Panasonic GX85. Further information on the features and operation of the GX7 and S1H can be found, respectively, in the Panasonic GX7 Manual (free pdf) or the online Panasonic S1H Manual.

Review summary

So what is the bottom line? Is there a clear favorite between the Panasonic GX7 and the Panasonic S1H? Which camera is better? A synthesis of the relative strong points of each of the models is listed below.


Reasons to prefer the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7:

  • More compact: Is smaller (123x71mm vs 151x114mm) and thus needs less room in the bag.
  • Less heavy: Is lighter (by 650g or 62 percent) and hence easier to carry around.
  • Easier fill-in: Is equipped with a small onboard flash to brighten deep shadow areas.
  • Easier device pairing: Supports NFC for fast wireless image transfer over short distances.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (75 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More heavily discounted: Has been available for much longer (launched in August 2013).


Arguments in favor of the Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H:

  • More detail: Has more megapixels (24 vs 15.8MP), 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.
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (6K/30p vs 1080/60p).
  • Better sound: Can connect to an external microphone for higher quality sound recording.
  • Better sound control: Has a headphone port that enables audio monitoring while recording.
  • More detailed viewfinder: Has higher resolution electronic viewfinder (5760k vs 2760k dots).
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.78x vs 0.70x).
  • Easier setting verification: Features a control panel on top to check shooting parameters.
  • 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 1040k dots).
  • More flexible LCD: Has a swivel screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (9 vs 5 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Longer lasting: Gets more shots (400 versus 350) out of a single battery charge.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Better sealing: Is splash and dust sealed for shooting in inclement weather conditions.
  • Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (3.1 vs 2.0).
  • More solid recording: Has a full-sized HDMI port for a sturdy connection to an external recorder.
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
  • Greater peace of mind: Features a second card slot as a backup in case of memory card failure.
  • Faster buffer clearing: Supports a more advanced SD data transfer standard (UHS-II vs UHS-I).
  • More modern: Reflects 5 years and 9 months of technical progress since the GX7 launch.

If the count of individual advantages (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the S1H is the clear winner of the contest (27 : 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.

GX7 06:27 S1H

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Panasonic GX7 and the Panasonic S1H place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the specs-based evaluation of cameras can be instructive in revealing their potential as photographic tools, it says little about, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance of the GX7 and the S1H in practical situations. At times, user reviews, such as those published at amazon, address these issues in a useful manner, but such feedback is on many occasions incomplete, inconsistent, and unreliable.

Expert reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. 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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Panasonic GX74/5+..79/1005/55/5 Aug 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
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Panasonic S1H....4/590/100.... May 2019 US$ 3 999 amazon.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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Olympus E-M1X4.5/5o5/585/1004.5/5.. Jan 2019 US$ 2 999ebay.com
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Olympus E-M5 II5/5+ +4.5/581/1005/55/5 Feb 2015 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Olympus E-M104/5....80/1005/55/5 Jan 2014 US$ 699ebay.com
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Olympus E-M10 II4.5/5+ +..80/1005/55/5 Aug 2015 US$ 649ebay.com
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Olympus E-P55/5+ +..78/1004.5/55/5 May 2013 US$ 999ebay.com
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Olympus E-PL74/5+....5/54/5 Aug 2014 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G53/5+ +....4.5/54.5/5 Jul 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic G64/5+ +....5/54.5/5 Apr 2013 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic GH25/5+ +..79/1004.5/55/5 Sep 2010 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic GX13/5+..77/1004.5/54.5/5 Nov 2011 US$ 699ebay.com
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Panasonic GX804.5/5+ +..82/1005/55/5 Apr 2016 US$ 799 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
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, 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 comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, please note that some of the review sites have changed their methodology and reporting over time.

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Specifications: Panasonic GX7 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 Panasonic GX7 Panasonic S1H
Camera Type Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Micro Four Thirds lenses Leica L mount lenses
Launch Date August 2013 May 2019
Launch Price USD 999 USD 3,999
Sensor Specs Panasonic GX7 Panasonic S1H
Sensor Technology CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format Four Thirds Sensor Full Frame Sensor
Sensor Size 17.3 x 13.0 mm 35.6 x 23.8 mm
Sensor Area 224.9 mm2 847.28 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 21.6 mm 42.8 mm
Crop Factor 2.0x 1.0x
Sensor Resolution 15.8 Megapixels 24 Megapixels
Image Resolution 4592 x 3448 pixels 6000 x 4000 pixels
Pixel Pitch 3.77 μm 5.94 μm
Pixel Density 7.04 MP/cm2 2.83 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 1080/60p Video 6K/30p Video
ISO Setting 125 - 25,600 ISO 100 - 51,200 ISO
ISO Boost no Enhancement 50 - 204,800 ISO
Image Processor Venus Venus
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 70 ..
DXO Color Depth (bits) 22.6 ..
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 12.2 ..
DXO Low Light (ISO) 718 ..
Screen Specs Panasonic GX7 Panasonic S1H
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.70x 0.78x
Viewfinder Resolution 2760k dots 5760k dots
Top-Level Screen no Top Display Control Panel
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.0inch 3.2inch
LCD Resolution 1040k dots 2330k dots
LCD Attachment Tilting screen Swivel screen
Touch Input Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Panasonic GX7 Panasonic S1H
Focus System Contrast-detect AF Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing AidFocus PeakingFocus Peaking
Max Shutter Speed (mechanical) 1/8000s 1/8000s
Continuous Shooting 5 shutter flaps/s 9 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterup to 1/8000sup to 1/8000s
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inIntervalometer built-in
Image StabilizationIn-body stabilizationIn-body stabilization
Fill Flash Built-in Flash no On-Board Flash
Storage Medium SDXC cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Dual card slots
UHS card support UHS-I Dual UHS-II
Connectivity Specs Panasonic GX7 Panasonic S1H
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash no PC Sync 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 Wifi built-in Wifi built-in
Near-Field Communication NFC built-in no NFC
Bluetooth Support no Bluetooth Bluetooth built-in
Body Specs Panasonic GX7 Panasonic S1H
Environmental Sealingnot weather sealedWeathersealed body
Battery Type Panasonic DMW-BLG10 Panasonic DMW-BLJ31
Battery Life (CIPA)350 shots per charge400 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging no USB charging USB charging
Body Dimensions 123 x 71 x 55 mm
(4.8 x 2.8 x 2.2 in)
151 x 114 x 110 mm
(5.9 x 4.5 x 4.3 in)
Camera Weight 402 g (14.2 oz) 1052 g (37.1 oz)
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