Lumix S1vs Z6 III
Lumix
Lumix S1 (2019)
Starting from £1499 new
Best for Landscape, studio & professional stills on L-mount
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Landscape, Studio & Professional Stills On L-Mount — Lumix S1 (2019): Built like a tank with one of the finest viewfinders ever made — the S1 is the choice for photographers who prioritise build quality and IBIS over AF speed.
Hybrid Video & Action — Z6 III (2024): Partial-stacked FF sensor for near-zero blackout, 6K RAW video, and 60fps burst — Nikon's most capable hybrid.
Who should buy what
Lumix S1 (2019)
- L-mount system photographers who want a rugged, weather-sealed full-frame body for demanding conditions
- Landscape and studio photographers who value exceptional IBIS and an outstanding EVF
- Video professionals who need V-Log and 4K/60p in a robust, weather-sealed body
- Leica SL users who want a more affordable second body on the same L-mount system
Z6 III (2024)
- Hybrid photographers who want partially-stacked sensor speed with full-frame quality
- Z6 II owners ready for a major AF and video upgrade
- Sports and action shooters who want 6K RAW video and fast burst
- Professionals who want a versatile full-frame Z body for any situation
Quick take: The z6 iii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the lumix s1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S1 (2019) | Z6 III (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £2,199 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), 1080p/180p, V-Log (upgrade) | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable but slower than phase-detect rivals | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle/aircraft) |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS — 6 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 6.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 9fps continuous with AF/AE | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 898g body only | 760g body only |
| Dimensions | 148.9 × 110.0 × 96.7mm | 138.5 × 101.5 × 74.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.78× — one of the finest EVFs available | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.90× magnification |
| Screen | 3.2" touchscreen, tilting | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix S1 | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
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