Lumix S1vs OM-1
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.
Wildlife, Sport, Outdoor — OM-1 (2022): OM System's statement camera — class-leading weather sealing and the best IBIS in the business.
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
OM-1 (2022)
- Wildlife and bird photographers who need fast burst and pro weather sealing
- Outdoor photographers who work in challenging conditions
Quick take: The lumix s1 has the highest resolution at 24mp; the om-1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S1 (2019) | OM-1 (2022) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £1,499 | £1,299 |
| Sensor | 24.2MP full-frame CMOS | Micro Four Thirds Live MOS stacked BSI |
| Resolution | 24.2MP | 20.4MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), 1080p/180p, V-Log (upgrade) | 4K 60fps 10-bit |
| Autofocus | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable but slower than phase-detect rivals | 1053-point cross-type phase-detect, AI subject recognition |
| Stabilisation | 5-axis IBIS — 6 stops | 5-axis IBIS, 7.0 stops (8 stops with sync IS) |
| Burst Rate | 9fps continuous with AF/AE | 10fps mechanical, 50fps electronic, 120fps Pro Capture |
| Battery Life | ~380 shots (CIPA) | 520 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 898g body only | 599g (body only) |
| Dimensions | 148.9 × 110.0 × 96.7mm | 134.8 × 91.6 × 72.7mm |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | OLED EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.78× — one of the finest EVFs available | EVF 0.83× 5.76M-dot |
| Screen | 3.2" touchscreen, tilting | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 1.62M-dot |
| Mount | L-mount (Leica/Panasonic/Sigma) | Micro Four Thirds |
| Memory Cards | Dual SD UHS-II slots | 2× SD UHS-II / CFexpress Type B |
| Connectivity | USB-C, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 3.5mm mic & headphone jacks | Wi-Fi 5GHz, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C 3.1, HDMI, 3.5mm mic/headphone |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | Lumix S1 | OM-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — | |
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Sports | — |
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