The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 is the company's mid-level full-frame mirrorless camera, built around the L-mount developed by Leica and now supported by Sigma and Panasonic. It features an image-stabilized 24MP sensor and is capable of shooting at up to 9 frames per second. The S1 can also shoot 4K/60p video from an APS-C region of its sensor or oversampled 4K/30p from its full sensor width. A multi-shot high-res mode lets it create 96MP Raw files and a paid upgrade enables 10-bit V-Log shooting. Show
The S1, along its sibling the S1R, also features one of the highest-resolution electronic viewfinders on the market: a 5.7M-dot OLED panel that runs at 120Hz and promises very little lag. Panasonic Lumix S1 Key Specifications
 The S1, with its large, magnesium alloy body, is being pitched at a higher price than the 24MP models from Nikon and Sony, with a list price of $2499. Alongside the S1 and its higher-resolution sibling, the S1R, Panasonic also announced 50mm F1.4, 24-105mm F4 and 70-200mm F4 lenses for the L system. They're priced at $2299, $1299 and $1699, respectively. Both cameras are also compatible with existing Leica SL lenses as well as APS-C 'TL' glass. A battery grip (DMW-BGS1) is available for around $350. What's new and how it comparesThe S1 inherits (and improves upon) many of the features from Panasonic's Micro Four Thirds cameras, while adding new full-frame sensors, a High Res mode, HLG photos and more. Read more Body and handlingThe S1/S1R have rugged bodies which can hold their own in the elements. The cameras have an incredibly high resolution EVF as well as a dual axis LCD. Read more Operation and controlsThe S1 and S1R have redesigned menus, plenty of customizable controls and a cool 'image stabilization scope'. Read more Is it right for you?Find out what kinds of shooting the Lumix DC-S1 is best suited for. Read more Shooting experienceGothic streets and cured meats - check out DPR writer Dan Bracaglia's experience of shooting the S1R at Panasonic's launch event in Barcelona. Read more Image qualityThe S1 competes with the likes of the Canon EOS R, Nikon Z6 and Sony a7 III. See how its image quality stacks up. Read more AutofocusThe S1 uses Panasonic's familiar Depth from Defocus autofocus system. Can it keep up with the hybrid AF systems of its peers? Read more Video performanceThe S1 can capture 4K/60p video with a 1.5x crop as well as oversampled 4K/30p footage. Read more DMW-SFU2 video upgradeIf you want pro-level features like 10-bit capture, V-Log and waveforms, then you'll want this paid-for upgrade. Read more ConclusionHow does the Panasonic S1 stack up against the competition, like the Sony a7 III, Nikon Z6 and Canon EOS R? Read more Sample GalleriesView hundreds of photos taken with both pre- and final production Panasonic S1s. Read more Gear in this storyGear in this story
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