The Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 delivers great image quality and includes a high-resolution mode not found in other 24MP models, but it can't keep up when it comes to tracking speed.

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  24MP full-frame image sensor. 5-axis sensor stabilization. Outstanding EVF. Solid controls and ergonomics. Backlit buttons. Dust and splash protection. Top information display. 4K video with 10-bit output.

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  Pricier than competitors. Heavy. Contrast focus limits tracking speed and burst rate. Lens selection limited at this time.

With the S1, Panasonic has built the most impressive mirrorless camera ever

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  Best viewfinder on the market, Excellent RAW and JPEG image quality, 96MP high resolution mode, Exceptional build quality, control layout, and UI, Great subject-tracking autofocus

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  Big, heavy, Intermittent autofocus errors

The Panasonic S1 is a solid, high-quality camera that delivers superb video and stills in many situations, it only lacks in credentials as a sports camera. The Panasonic Lumix S1 may not have the headline-grabbing megapixel count of its S1R stablemate, but it's around 35-per-cent less expensive, and...

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  Stunning image quality, 5-axis in-body image stabilisation, Impressive video specs, Accessible price relative to S1R

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  Iffy contrast-detect AF tracking, Currently limited lens line-up, Large for a mirrorless camera

The Lumix S bodies are Panasonic’s most ambitious cameras to date, combining ten years of Lumix G evolution with the quality of a full-frame sensor and an existing mount providing access to native lenses from Leica and Sigma.

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.

Panasonic’s first ‘hybrid’ camera with 24-megapixel stills and support for 4K 10-bit video with the V-Log picture profile along with up to 6 stops of Dual I.S. stabilisation.

It might be late to the game - behind Sony and Nikon - and its Leica mount makes for massive lenses, but the S1's ability and resulting image quality make for a great new entry in the full-frame market.

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  Full-frame image quality is excellent, Lots of potential quality and sharpness from Leica mount, Exceptional image stabilisation system, Eye AF works very well, Best-in-class OLED viewfinder, High-end video features will entice a whole new audience

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  It's a big and chunky system to use, Being later to the game than the other major players may limit appeal, Leica mount means lenses are massive, Shutter and rear toggle control can be hypersensitive, Some low-light autofocus slowness/hunting

With tried-and-tested goodness from Panasonic's G series cameras alongside a stunning new viewfinder, excellent video and a sound full-frame sensor, the S1 does much to impress. A huge body, however, along with some awkward controls and an autofocus system that's behind those on its peers, mean...

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  Best-in-class viewfinder, Effective image stabilization system, High build quality and weather resistance, Excellent buffer depth, Hugely customizable, Superb video quality

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  Large, heavy body, Handful of minor ergonomic issues, Focusing system lags behind rivals, Eyecup can get in the way of LCD, No DCI 4K, and V-Log is paid-for update

Panasonic has taken on Nikon and Canon with the launch of its new full-frame mirrorless ‘Lumix S1’ (A$3,599) - its first digital single lens mirrorless camera t

Where other camera brands are just getting started with mirrorless, it feels like the Lumix S1 and S1R are more interested in pushing boundaries forward - and that’s something that’s easy to get on-board with.

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  Stellar ergonomics, Great results & expansive lens ecosystem

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  Autofocus not as fast as G9, Video record button placement not ideal

I use the Lumix S1 for event videography - weddings, charity events, interviews etc.While I find the camera amazing in terms of:- Image quality, using the V-Log setting, shooting 4k at 24 & 60p- Stabilisation - Sometimes removing the need for monopods, tripods and gimbals- Low light - often...

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  Durable, Fantastic Image Stabilisation, Great Low Light, Great Picture Quality, Great Sound, Simple Controls

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  Crippled Slow Motion Feature, Expensive Lenses, Inconsistent Autofocus, Laggy Media Reviewing

this product is a magic wand

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  Comfortable to Operate, Great Features, Great Picture Quality, Great Sound, Simple Controls, Versatile

Love the build qualityWhen switching from screen eye piece to screen, noise seems to give a lot of false positives to the screen!Please give us ProRes RAW output!All in All great all round camera for stills and video

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  Great Features, Great Picture Quality, Versatile

I've used the camera since March, switching from Nikon I found it really easy to pic up and use. Camera it self is solid and with that comes weight, if using it with a steady cam without a vest can be heavy after prolonged use. Pictures clean and I'm really impressed by the camera over all.

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  Comfortable to Operate, Durable, Great Features, Simple Controls, Versatile

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  Heavy

The best hybrid camera I've ever used

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  Comfortable to Operate, Durable, Great Features, Great Picture Quality, Great Sound, Simple Controls, Versatile

my first camera was fz 28!Panasonic you know how to create !!!

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  Comfortable to Operate, Durable, Great Picture Quality, Simple Controls

I bought the S1 knowing that its bristling and fully specified specs would see me through and up my learning curve from casual photographer to serious and dedicated enthusiast, and it is now doing just that.

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  Comfortable to Operate, Durable, Great Features, Great Picture Quality, Great Sound, Simple Controls, Versatile

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  Shutter Sound

I am using this camera for a few months. After my brake with work after accident, selling all camera equipment after lack of money, I am back to my photography with S1 body. I am working only with manual vintage lenses.

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  Comfortable to Operate, Great Features, Great Picture Quality, Simple Controls

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  Not an easy focusing in dark rooms with flash

I use my S1 stills only so cannot comment on the video features but for what I need this us in my opinion the best camera on the market

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  Comfortable to Operate, Durable, Great Features, Great Picture Quality, Simple Controls, Versatile

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  Poor Battery Life

I was unsure about the tilt screen initially in terms of durability, but it has taken a lot of use and is still very much securely on. The camera is superb for a vast amount of uses from live-streaming (where the cable supports are invaluable), on location video shoots in varying lighting...

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  Great Picture Quality, Versatile