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Panasonic Lumix S1 II — body only reviews
Brand: Panasonic
4.62out of 5
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Manufacturer model codeDC-S1M2E
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About the Panasonic Lumix S1 II — body only
Panasonic Lumix S1 II — body only is listed in the digital cameras category. The recorded specifications include camera type: Mirrorless camera; megapixel: 24.1; image sensor size: 35.8 x 23.8 mm. This entry covers manufacturer model code DC-S1M2E. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Panasonic Lumix S1 II — body only, the recorded details include camera type: Mirrorless camera; megapixel: 24.1; sensor type: CMOS, partially stacked. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Camera type
- Mirrorless camera
- Megapixels
- 24.1
- Sensor type
- CMOS, partially stacked
- Image sensor size
- 35.8 x 23.8 mm
- Maximum image resolution
- 6000 x 4000
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Photography Blog
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Amateur Photographer
5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
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Camera Labs
4.60 / 5Original rating: 4.6 / 5
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TechRadar
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Digital Camera World
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Photography News
Panasonic Lumix S1 II in-depth review
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Panasonic Lumix S1II Review for African Photo Safaris
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redsharknews.com
Panasonic LUMIX S1II review: a very capable camera with a very complete feature set
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Fstoppers
The Panasonic Lumix S1 II: A Real Hybrid You Can Actually Work With
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The Phoblographer
Panasonic LUMIX S1 II is the New Multiple Exposure King
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Panasonic Lumix S1 II — body only specifications
Manufacturer model code: DC-S1M2E · Verified UK retailer product record · Checked 11 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Camera type | Mirrorless camera |
|---|---|
| Megapixels | 24.1 |
| Sensor type | CMOS, partially stacked |
| Image sensor size | 35.8 x 23.8 mm |
| Maximum image resolution | 6000 x 4000 |
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Display3 details
| Screen Resolution | 1.84 million dots |
|---|---|
| Display diagonal (inches) | 3 |
| Tilting | Rotating Screen | Tilt + vari-angle |
Processor, memory & storage2 details
| Frames Per Second | 70.0 |
|---|---|
| Image Processor | Venus Engine |
Camera, image & video8 details
| Autofocus System | 779-point Phase Detection AF + 315-area Contrast AF with AI-powered subject recognition |
|---|---|
| Exposure Compensation | ±5 EV in 1/3 EV steps (±3 EV for video) |
| Exposure Modes | P / A / S / M / iAuto / C1–C5 / S&Q |
| Video Recording Format | 1920×1080 up to 240p |
| Image Stabilisation | 5-axis BIS (up to 8 stops), Dual I.S. 2 (up to 7 stops) |
| Lens mount | L-Mount |
| Shutter Speed Fast | 1/8000s (mechanical) |
| Shutter Speed Slow | 60s (30 mins in bulb) |
Connections & wireless1 detail
| Connectivity | USB-C 10Gbps, HDMI Type A, 3.5mm mic/headphone, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0 |
|---|
Power & battery1 detail
| Battery Model | DMW-BLK22, 7.2V, 2200mAh |
|---|
Controls & features1 detail
| Sensor Format | Full Frame |
|---|
Design & dimensions4 details
| Buffer Depth [jpg] | 300+ images |
|---|---|
| Buffer Depth [raw] | 200+ images (RAW and RAW+JPEG) |
| Dimensions | 134.3 x 102.3 x 91.8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 800.00 |
Software & compatibility1 detail
| File Formats | JPEG, RAW, HEIF |
|---|
Further product details14 details
| AEB [Bracketing] | AE: 3/5/7 images in 1/3, 2/3, or 1 EV steps, max ±3 EV; Aperture, Focus, White Balance supported |
|---|---|
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 / 3:2 / 16:9 / 1:1 / 65:24 / 2:1 |
| Card Format | 1x CFexpress Type B, 1x SD (UHS-II) |
| Crop Factor | 1.0x (Full Frame) |
| Diopter Adjustment | -4.0 to +2.0 dpt |
| Flash Metering | Auto / TTL / Manual with ±3 EV in 1/3 steps |
| Flash Type | External |
| Integrated Cleaning | Image sensor shift-type dust reduction |
| ISO Max | 51200 |
| ISO Min | 50 |
| Live View | Yes |
| Metering System | 1,728-zone multi-pattern with Multi/Center/Spot/Highlight |
| Operating Environment | -10°C to 40°C, 10–80% humidity |
| VF Coverage | Approx. 100% |
Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Package type | Camera body only |
|---|
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