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Panasonic Lumix DC-S1M2
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Panasonic Lumix DC-S1M2

From $3,197.99 — 1 offer
KEY FACTS
Type24.1MP partially stacked full-frame CMOS (BSI)
Resolution24.1 megapixels
Dynamic Range15 stops (Dynamic Range Boost ON), 14+ stops (OFF)
ISO RangeISO 100-25600
What We Like
+Exceptional 70 fps burst shooting with continuous AF and blackout-free viewfinder
+Industry-leading 8-stop in-body stabilization rated best-in-class
+Versatile video: 6K/5.1K open gate, 4K 120p, 15 stops dynamic range with V-Log
+Partially stacked sensor enables fast readout with minimal rolling shutter
+Compact, lightweight magnesium body for a full-frame flagship
+Comprehensive hybrid feature set for both stills and professional video
Worth Knowing
Premium pricing at $3,199 limits appeal to budget-conscious buyers
Modest battery life (320-360 shots) requires frequent charging
Limited slower burst options with pre-burst mode per reviewer feedback
Autofocus trails rivals with erratic subjects despite phase-detect improvements

Sensor

Type
24.1MP partially stacked full-frame CMOS (BSI)
Resolution
24.1 megapixels
Dynamic Range
15 stops (Dynamic Range Boost ON), 14+ stops (OFF)
ISO Range
ISO 100-25600

Autofocus

System
779-point Phase Hybrid AF
Modes
AFS (Single), AFC (Continuous)
Subject Detection
AI subject detection (Urban Sports recognition)
Burst AF
Continuous AF at up to 70 fps

Burst & Shutter

Electronic Shutter
70 fps (AFS/AFC)
Mechanical Shutter
10 fps (AFC)
Blackout Free
Yes (electronic shutter)

Video

6K Recording
6K 30p open gate (4:2:0 10-bit)
5.1K Recording
5.1K 60p open gate (4:2:0 10-bit)
4K Recording
4K 120p (with small crop), 4K 60p oversampled
High Resolution Mode
96MP-equivalent handheld
Log Gamma
V-Log/V-Gamut (15 stops), ARRI LogC3 (10-bit)
Audio
4-channel 32-bit float, XLR2 adapter compatible

Image Stabilization

Type
5-axis in-body (Dual Image Stabilizer)
Rating
8.0 stops (center), 7.0 stops (periphery)

Build & Design

Body Material
Magnesium alloy
Weather Sealing
Dust/splash/freeze resistant
Weight
718g (body only), ~798g (with battery and card)
Dimensions
Compact full-frame design
LCD Screen
3.0-inch free-angle touchscreen, 1.84M dots
Viewfinder
5.76M-dot OLED, 0.78x magnification

Memory & Connectivity

Card Slots
1x UHS-II SD, 1x XQD/CFexpress
Connectivity
USB-C (charging), Wi-Fi 5GHz/2.4GHz, Bluetooth 5.0
Webcam
UVC/UAC plug-and-play support

Battery

Life
320 shots (viewfinder), 360 shots (LCD) - CIPA rating