Lumix S1Rvs Z6 III
Lumix
Lumix S1R (2019)
Starting from £2499 new
Best for High-resolution landscape, commercial & studio photography
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
High-Resolution Landscape, Commercial & Studio Photography — Lumix S1R (2019): A 47MP full-frame resolution powerhouse with one of the finest EVFs ever made — the S1R rewards careful, deliberate photography.
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 S1R (2019)
- Landscape photographers who want maximum resolution in a weather-sealed, IBIS-equipped full-frame body
- Commercial and product photographers who need 47MP detail with the option of 187MP composite shots
- Studio portrait photographers who want the finest EVF available alongside a high-resolution sensor
- Leica SL2 users who want a more affordable L-mount high-resolution alternative
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 lumix s1r has the highest resolution at 47mp; the z6 iii is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | Lumix S1R (2019) | Z6 III (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £2,499 | £2,199 |
| Sensor | 47.3MP full-frame CMOS | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 47.3MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 4K/60p (crop), 4K/30p (full-frame), V-Log (upgrade) | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | DFD contrast-detect AF — reliable for static subjects | 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 | ~360 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 S1R | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Vlogging & Video | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Street | — | |
| Sports | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — | |
| Wildlife | — |
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