Panasonic S1 vs S1H for video (2021 Firmware)

Thanks to new firmware, the Panasonic S1 now shares many video features with the S1H, including 6K Raw recording. We compare both models to see what differences remain.

Watch Jordan and Gerald Undone discuss the S1H BRaw and ProRes Raw video:

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[geoffreybassett]

I never clicked a notification faster in my life. As a S1 user contemplating stepping up to the S1H I loved the video and will be keeping the S1.

[jeronipuigros]

For some time now I had an S1H for video and an S1 for photography. Now I feel like I can multicam without problems with both, for me that's a huge deal. Thanks to Panasonic for really caring for costumers, unlike other brands that launch 3 cameras every month.

[kilikdudley]

If you're serious about color grading, the braw update is a BIG deal. It's like having a BMPCC 6K with IBIS. I've fallen in love with the S1H all over again!

[paulbvid]

I’ve been using S5 and now got S1 as well. Something I’ve noticed that is the AF performance. Panasonic made S5 differently. S5 is more responsive and reliable when it comes to AF. Especially using the 85MM S 1.8 lens, the S1 suffers but S5 does a good job. My second newest post shows u the S5 performance

[cameronvanhooft]

I just picked up an S1 which has the DMW-SFU2 key installed and a bonus Sigma MC21 Adapter & 2nd battery. It was on Firmware 1.5 but just updated it to 2.1 which released a day ago. Keen to get filming!

[danieldougan]

BRAW is now available on the S1 and S5. So now, the only real limitation is the record limits and the potential for overheating.

[kentmemories]

Panasonic's video quality and color are the best in the business..

[DavidHorizonFilms]

I bough the S5 in november and sold it to get the S1 recently. The full size HDMI and better IBIS were a huge plus for me, this firmware just makes it even more perfect.

[andreasbehrens]

Thanks for the video. As I hybrid shooter, i bought the S1 yesterday. I am completely with you. At this price point the S1 is the better cam!

[SilverWagonStudio]

I love it! I just bought an open box S1 from B and H for a steal. So happy I waited to upgrade my camera system.

[LucaBono.Studio]

The S1 is such a great value for money!
Nice comparison video guys! 👌🏻

[TrollMeister_]

I have the S1 with all the latest firmware and recently got an iPhone 13 pro max. What a deadly combo without breaking the bank.

[carriagel]

S1H has one big advantage which nobody saying... 120 fps 4:2:0 10 bit in 1080p. It's a real difference in color grading with slow motion footage and 10 bit color.

[_rhapsodist]

I wish you've included the S5 too

[danieldougan]

Autofocus issues on both cameras aside, the S1 is probably more than good enough for 95% of videographers. But the S1H has those few extra things that are handy for the other 5%.

[AllThingsFilm]

I am open to "going back" to Panasonic. I owned the GH5 for a long time, and shot a feature film with it. But, the AF is still not there, yet. Yes, it has improved dramatically in recent firmware updates. And it's disturbing that Panasonic is insisting that they are sticking with the contrast based AF. I think that's part of the reason why their AF is still not completely reliable. I hope they do bring their AF to the level of reliability that we experience with Sony and Canon cameras. As a filmmaker, I actually don't rely on AF all the time. But, as an indie filmmaker, I have to have those moments where I can just grab the camera and get a shot without having to hire a crew or focus puller. And that's where good AF comes in. I really love Panasonic's color science. I think it's one of the best in the business, hands down. That being said, I am impressed with the S series from Panasonic. I love how they are expanding their line of cameras. But, I think they would enjoy a massive leap in market share if the AF in their cameras was more consistent.

Great video content, as usual, gents. Cheers.

[Wynner]

This makes me want to rent an S1. I'm a Nikon guy, but keeping my options open.

[jean-philippeperetti]

I'm not into shooting video much but the image quality of the S1 is quite amazing.

[AndrewDaddy]

I think the look a nice AA filter contributes to continues to be understated. Most reviews talk about them like it's a bad thing. They add to that organic analog cinematic appearance.

[harryrudd]

Just an EVA1 user waiting for my firmware.