SeekerPanasonic Lumix S1
I’ve been testing the 24-megapixel Lumix S1, paired with Panasonic’s versatile 24-105mm F/4 L-Mount lens, for a few weeks. That kit costs an eye-watering $3,400 and has the weight and size of a classic DSLR pro shooter.
-- As reviewed by The Verge
Product details
- Full frame sensor – 24. 2-Megapixel full-frame (35. 6mm x 23. 8mm) MOS sensor that provides a wide dynamic Range and excellent performance at high sensitivity (is 51200 Max sensitivity)
- Lumix S camera lens – easy-to-use 24-105mm standard focal macro zoom F4 l-mount for Lumix S Series full-frame l-mount digital Mirrorless cameras
- 4K HDR VIDEO - 4K 60p/50p, 4K 24/30P unlimited recording, 4K60P 29: 59 min limited recording. HDR Mode and Hybrid Log Gamma (HLG). V-Log with Internal 4: 2: 2 10-bit 4k30/24p (4K60p output only) available via optional software upgrade key.
- 96MP high resolution mode – a sensor shift technology suitable for taking very high-resolution Landscapes and fine art photos via tripod with toggleable motion correction capabilities
- Rugged Mirrorless camera design – dust/splash*/freeze-resistant design withstands heavy field use under harsh conditions for high mobility
PROS
+ Superb image quality and sharpness
+ In-body stabilization plus OIS in the lens make anyone a steady shooter
+ Weather-sealed, rugged construction
+ USB-C, touchscreen, and fast EVF make smartphone users feel at home
CONS
- Really, really chunky
- Control scheme isn’t as natural as Nikon’s
- Sony’s A7 III and Nikon’s Z6 offer better value
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By The Verge on June 18, 2019
I’ve been testing the 24-megapixel Lumix S1, paired with Panasonic’s versatile 24-105mm F/4 L-Mount lens, for a few weeks. That kit costs an eye-watering $3,400 and has the weight and size of a classic DSLR pro shooter.
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