Panasonic Lumix S1R FullFrame Mirrorless Real-World Test and Review - Part 2 Thorsten von Overgaard

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In this episode Thorsten von Overgaard goes into more detail on the Panasonic Lumix S1R mirrorless SL camera and puts it into perspective with the Leica Q2, new APO lenses and more. The offerings of Leica, Canon R, Nikon Z, Fujifilm and more, the reason why they exist, and how they might change photography as we know it. He also does a hands-on test of the Panasonic Lumix High Resolution Mode of 187MP image feature that is built-in to the Panasonic Lumix S1R.

Thorsten von Overgaard is a Danish writer and photographer, specializing in portrait photography and documentary photography, known for writings about photography and as an educator. You are always welcome to send an e-mail to Thorsten for questions, suggestions and ideas.

Thorsten Overgaard is an independent writer and photographer who write, teach workshops and publish user reports about the equipment he uses. There is no affiliation with Leica Camera AG or any camera dealers, no free gifts, no sponsorship, no kickback and no paid content. All you see is real and based on the life of an eccentric and hard-working photographer who makes his own money, buys his own equipment and form his own independent opinions - and shares with you. Enjoy the ride.

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[Stone]

I am a S1R shooter, not a pro, an enthusiast, you made me smile when you were talking about the buttons and the functionality. Oddly though this is one thing that I like about my the S1R, but I get why some may not. You’re absolutely correct, you do get to know the camera with regular use of course but more than that as you do become more and more familiar you realise just how much thought the Panasonic LUMIX team have put into this camera and the S series generally. It was a design objective, a showcase of what they can do as their first FF camera as you may already know. The most recent firmware updates have made quite a difference too. But yeah if you don’t use it you do lose it fast with this camera, I am slowly recovering from illness and couldn’t get out for 6 months and I was lost on this camera for a few outings, could have been the morphine though. 😂. Oh and studio work, she is a top dog also. My longest lens is the 70-200 2.8 Pan, I use two other S Pro Panasonic Lenses and a couple of Sigma primes for a combination of landscape and studio. Just love this camera and the L Mount system, all three alliance brands have done the system a lot of justice and I’ve shot with many big brands over the years that I can compare to. I hope to afford a Leica L Mount lens sometime! Spot on review, thanks. 👍

[thedondeluxe]

If size and weight isn't a problem for you, adapting old medium format lenses for these new mirrorless cameras is rather wonderful. Those old Hasselblad/Pentax/Mamiya etc lenses are super high resolution, and the micro contrast and level of detail is very high. Worth a try if you've got some old lenses lying around!

[markdl]

Heia Thorsten, that why i like so mutch my M9 and my M240, compaktness, simplicity of use and beautiful image quality,
so i am not plan to change my gear any time soon, but is always very interesting to see new product and technology
coming out on the market . Thank you for your video and review .

[fotovandenatuur]

Thanks Thorsten. Funny and nice way of reviewing you have. Do you or any of the viewers here have any experience with nature photography with the Panasonic?

[ductritran]

One of the main reason I buy the Panasonic S1r is to replace my sold SL . I sold the SL because too heavy with SL lenses combination, bought SL because I need zoom lens, I own M 8, 9 and 10 plus Q, Tl2and CL . Prime lens is good but many occasion I need zoom so frustrating without zoom lens . With 47mp on the Panasonic give me the use of all my small lenses from M and zoom, prime apsc lens L mount ( 20 Mp ) with auto focus very handy at night which the M is disadvantage OVF system and not too good EVF. (I wear glass and nearly 70 ) The Panasonic S1r /S1 very good at low light much better than my Leica Sl other things keep in mind is the extra video you have if you want to use and cost will be less than half of the coming Leica SL 2 .

[joshneill]

The Lumix doesn't interest me - I LOVE my Leicas and Nikons - but after 5 months without your uploads, I would have watched a two part video of you talking about the weather..
So glad you are back! 😊👍

[Noealz]

I just noticed your sub button - that's pretty smart actually, the lil heart

[lilstarfishdude]

Thank you Thorsten for your thoughts about the S1R, it's refreshing to hear other user's feelings about what's working or not for them.

Personally I like the S1R but then again I have never used a Leica camera. I decided to go for the Leica SL 24-90mm instead of the Lumix kit lens and I am very happy with the decision. Even though it was quite a bit more money there is a wonderful feeling in it which I can't quite put my finger on.

I must also say that I am very curious to learn what camera and particular lens you use for those super sharp black and white video shots intermingled with the regular video sequences. They look so good they are driving me nuts! Is that a Leica combo too?

[DidierMOULINPhotography]

11:20 the point of custom settings i that you have to save them at least !!! lol !!!
For sure this camera is complicate for a Leica used photographer. But once you custom it for you, it's a beast believe me !

[supersonico]

In my opinion he’s saying if money is no object to you go for the Leica but if u don’t mind learning a complicated camera in order to save some money and get good photos go for the LUMIX.

[AndySnap]

Very interesting to hear your thoughts on the new Lumix.
The Lumix S cameras are hugely capable things, and like all digital cameras today with so many features and options, they need to be learnt, settings chosen, and familiarity will come with time. For my work, I've had to move over from Nikon to Canon, and I feel it has taken a whole year to become truly used to them after decades of using Nikon. So to come from your Leica M cameras, so simple compared to digital (even digital M cameras are 'simple') to the Lumix S, is a massive learning curve, if you want to take that journey...

[noenken]

The Lumix is actually bigger and heavier than the SL. It does fit better into human hands though... xD I just got a used SL the other day and now I am in the process of setting it up over time. What I can already say is that the SL produces remarkable results with R-lenses. I have the 19mm f/2.8 II, the 35mm f/2 II, the 50mm f/2 II, the 80mm f/1.4, the 100mm f/2.8 APO macro and the 180mm f/3.4 APO and all of them look amazing. Only thing I'm gonna try over time is to switch to ROM versions since the adapter is passing through information to the SL.

[williaminbody]

While I think the LUMIX S1r is a spectacular camera, and you are right it can do anything you want, the interface and controls though better than most cameras is not as desirable as the Leica SL. However I think it may very well be the best digital camera ever made....

[tomaahawk]

I Don't understand exactly .. This camera now its good or bad?

[ardonbarhama]

I saw your video how you adapt M lenses to the S1r. I bought the camera and the M lenses - but I am very surprised - the M lenses do not preform well at all on this camera!!! the center is sharp and the corners are very soft. I tried it with couple different M lenses and its the same problem. I saw a review on youtube that says that the M lenses do not work on the panasonic camera as it has 3 layers of glass infront of the sensor not like the SL2 which has 2 layers of glass only. What do say abou t this?

[rrwenzel]

Dear Torsten thank you very much for this beautiful video !
however I must say that the MORE THAN DOUBLE price for the Leica SL2 is definitely not worth in comparison to the Panasonic S1R. of course nicer design and easier set up with the SL2 but on the other hand no compatibility with flash/ studio light in terms of high-speed sync and TTL. Especially when off camera...
as you said the compatibility with all the Leica M and Sl lenses is guaranteed when you purchase the Panasonic S1R with superb image quality so no use to spend more than the double for the Leica SL2!!

[eastgreenlander]

Very interesting that the M lenses can resolve the high megapixel, so there is no reason for Leica not to make a M with a high megapixel count?!

[tadeusz]

Don’t lose reality here, forget megapixel lust and remember why you got into photography in the first place. I have just got back after a street shoot with my Leica R7 and assorted R series lenses and various films. Of course, I also shoot mirrorless full frame and with professional lenses, but I can’t replicate the fun with my contemporary cameras and lenses, that I have with shoots with my old Leica gear and the soul of Dr Walter Mandler in my hands.

[williaminbody]

I’m torn between Leica Q2, and going to S1r or new SL2 or even taking advantage of current SL discounts. I’m like you, is an SL or S1r just to much to haul around and deal with all the complications of the buttons and menus. Leica Q2 has it all, 47 megapixels, great lens, weather sealed, simplistic Leica interface, macro, quality build, a realistic camera for travel....head wants interchangeable lens big camera, heart says Q2.

[klarion]

You have to save the custom settings in the menues to be able to recall, i think..