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Panasonic LUMIX S1IIvsCanon EOS R50: Which to Choose
The Panasonic LUMIX S1II and Canon EOS R50 are interchangeable lens cameras sharing high-resolution sensor counts and fully articulating screens. Choosing between them comes down to sensor size, professional video capabilities, physical stabilization, and your budget.
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Best for Professionals needing 6K raw video, full-frame depth, and heavy-duty weather sealing.
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Best for Beginners and travelers looking for a lightweight, affordable, everyday camera.
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Biggest differences
Launch price
Canon EOS R50 leads
4.7×
lower is better
- Panasonic LUMIX S1II3,199 USD
- Canon EOS R50679.99 USD
Continuous shooting (electronic)
Panasonic LUMIX S1II leads
4.67×
higher is better
- Panasonic LUMIX S1II70 fps
- Canon EOS R5015 fps
Viewfinder resolution
Panasonic LUMIX S1II leads
2.44×
higher is better
- Panasonic LUMIX S1II5.76 M dots
- Canon EOS R502.36 M dots
Weight
Canon EOS R50 leads
2.13×
lower is better
- Panasonic LUMIX S1II800 g
- Canon EOS R50375 g
Features not all of them have
Log profile support
- Panasonic LUMIX S1II✓
- Canon EOS R50✕
Headphone port
- Panasonic LUMIX S1II✓
- Canon EOS R50✕
Where each one wins
Panasonic LUMIX S1II
- Sensor format
- Native ISO maximum
- In-body image stabilization
- Sensor type
- Continuous shooting (electronic)
- Max mechanical shutter speed
- Pre-burst capture duration
- Max video resolution
- 4K max frame rate
- 4K max frame rate (full width)
- Raw video recording
- Log profile support
- Viewfinder resolution
- Screen size
- Rear screen resolution
- Memory card slots
- Weather sealing
- Minimum operating temperature
- Headphone port
- HDMI port type
Canon EOS R50
- Launch price
- Effective pixels
- Continuous shooting (mechanical)
- Viewfinder magnification
- Battery life
- Weight
- Width
- Height
- Depth
What both have
- Video bit depth10 bit
- Screen articulationFully articulated
- USB charging & power delivery✓
Every spec
Red marks the better value in each row.
| Spec | Panasonic LUMIX S1II | Canon EOS R50 |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Release date | 2025-05 | Not published |
| Launch price | 3,199 USD | 679.99 USD1 |
| Lens mount | L-Mount | Canon RF |
| High resolution pixel-shift mode | Yes2 | Not published |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Effective pixels | 24.1 MP | 24.2 MP |
| Sensor format | Full-frame | APS-C |
| Native ISO maximum | 51,200 ISO | 32,000 ISO |
| In-body image stabilization | 8 stops | 0 stops3 |
| Sensor readout speed | 14.6 ms4 | Not published |
| Sensor type | Partially-stacked CMOS | CMOS |
| Aspect ratios | 3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9, 2:1, 65:24 | 3:2, 4:3, 1:1, 16:9 |
| Lens & Autofocus | ||
| Continuous shooting (mechanical) | 10 fps | 12 fps |
| Continuous shooting (electronic) | 70 fps | 15 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 8,000 1/s | 4,000 1/s |
| Pre-burst capture duration | 1.5 s | 0 s5 |
| AF subject detection | Human, animal, car, train, airplane, motorcycle | Human, animal, bird, vehicle |
| Video | ||
| Max video resolution | 6K | 4K |
| 4K max frame rate | 120 fps6 | 29.97 fps |
| Video codecs | H.264, HEVC, ProRes 422, ProRes RAW | H.264, HEVC |
| 4K max frame rate (full width) | 60 fps7 | 29.97 fps |
| Raw video recording | Internal | None8 |
| Video bit depth | 10 bit | 10 bit9 |
| Log profile support | Yes | No10 |
| Video dynamic range (log) | 15 stops | Not published |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder resolution | 5.76 M dots | 2.36 M dots |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.78 x | 0.95 x |
| Screen size | 3 in | 2.95 in |
| Screen articulation | Fully articulated | Fully articulated |
| Rear screen resolution | 1.84 M dots | 1.62 M dots |
| Handling & Power | ||
| Battery life | 360 shots | 440 shots11 |
| Memory card slots | 2 slots | 1 slots |
| Weather sealing | Dust and drip resistant | None12 |
| Weight | 800 g | 375 g13 |
| Width | 134 mm | 116.3 mm |
| Height | 102 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Depth | 92 mm | 68.8 mm |
| USB charging & power delivery | Yes | Yes14 |
| Minimum operating temperature | -10 °C | 0 °C15 |
| Headphone port | Yes | No16 |
| HDMI port type | Full-size | Micro |
Notes on 16 values — test conditions and caveats
- 1Canon EOS R50, Launch price: US RRP at launch as listed by Trusted Reviews; the page does not state whether it is body-only.
- 2Panasonic LUMIX S1II, High resolution pixel-shift mode: The full 96MP composite needs a tripod; handheld shooting caps at 48MP.
- 3Canon EOS R50, In-body image stabilization: No in-body stabilisation; shake control relies on lens IS or Movie Digital IS.
- 4Panasonic LUMIX S1II, Sensor readout speed: Measured by DPReview using the electronic shutter in 14-bit stills mode.
- 5Canon EOS R50, Pre-burst capture duration: No pre-capture mode appears anywhere in Canon's official R50 specifications, so it is treated as absent.
- 6Panasonic LUMIX S1II, 4K max frame rate: Maximum 120 fps in 4K requires recording in MOV format at a 24.00Hz system frequency.
- 7Panasonic LUMIX S1II, 4K max frame rate (full width): 4K at 120fps requires an approximate 1.24x sensor crop; 60fps is the fastest at full sensor width.
- 8Canon EOS R50, Raw video recording: Canon lists only MP4 recording with H.264 or HEVC; no raw video is offered internally or externally.
- 9Canon EOS R50, Video bit depth: Standard Rec.709 recording is 8-bit; 10-bit output requires HDR PQ to be switched on.
- 10Canon EOS R50, Log profile support: No Canon Log profile; HDR PQ (a PQ gamma curve) is available instead, which is not a log curve.
- 11Canon EOS R50, Battery life: CIPA test with the supplied LP-E17 in power-saving mode; viewfinder shooting is rated at about 310 shots.
- 12Canon EOS R50, Weather sealing: Canon's own spec sheet also lists water/dust resistance as not provided, so treat the body as unsealed.
- 13Canon EOS R50, Weight: Black body with battery and card per CIPA; the white version is 376 g with battery and card.
- 14Canon EOS R50, USB charging & power delivery: USB-C charging works with the supplied LP-E17; unauthenticated third-party batteries may not charge.
- 15Canon EOS R50, Minimum operating temperature: Rated operating range is 0–40 °C at up to 85% humidity.
- 16Canon EOS R50, Headphone port: Canon's full port list covers USB-C, mic-in, HDMI micro and the shoe only — no headphone jack.
Image Quality and Stabilization
The Panasonic features a full-frame sensor compared to the APS-C sensor on the Canon, providing better low-light performance and shallower depth of field. Panasonic adds 8 stops of in-body image stabilization, whereas the Canon relies on lens IS or digital stabilization due to having 0 stops of in-body shake control. Both cameras resolve over 24 megapixels for sharp stills.
For high-resolution shots, the Panasonic includes a pixel-shift mode reaching 96MP on a tripod or 48MP handheld. The Canon does not publish a pixel-shift mode, leaving the Panasonic ahead for landscape and studio detail.
Video Power and Professional Tools
Panasonic dominates video capture by offering 6K maximum resolution and internal raw video recording. The Canon tops out at 4K resolution and lacks raw video recording internally or externally. Panasonic also includes Log profile support with 15 stops of dynamic range, while the Canon offers HDR PQ instead of a true log curve.
Shooters who need advanced audio monitoring will appreciate the headphone port on the Panasonic, a feature missing on the Canon. The Panasonic also utilizes a full-size HDMI port compared to the micro HDMI on the Canon.
Speed and Autofocus
The Canon achieves 12 fps for continuous mechanical shooting, beating the 10 fps mechanical speed of the Panasonic. However, the Panasonic accelerates to 70 fps using its electronic shutter and includes a 1.5-second pre-burst capture duration. The Canon lacks any pre-capture mode entirely.
Both models recognize a broad range of subjects, though the Panasonic adds trains and airplanes to the human, animal, car, and motorcycle tracking found on both systems.
Handling, Size, and Price
The Canon is significantly lighter at 375 g and smaller across every physical dimension than the 800 g Panasonic. This compact footprint makes the Canon much easier to carry all day. The Canon also achieves 440 shots per battery charge, outlasting the 360-shot rating of the Panasonic.
For rugged work, the Panasonic adds dust and drip resistance and an operating floor of -10 °C, whereas the Canon lacks weather sealing and is rated down to 0 °C. The Panasonic costs $3,199 at launch, making the Canon a far more affordable option at $679.99.
The Verdict
Buy the Panasonic LUMIX S1II if you need full-frame video, internal raw recording, robust weather sealing, and powerful image stabilization. Buy the Canon EOS R50 if you want a lightweight, highly portable body for everyday shooting at a budget-friendly price.
Where to buy
Panasonic LUMIX S1II
Best for Professionals needing 6K raw video, full-frame depth, and heavy-duty weather sealing.
Canon EOS R50
Best for Beginners and travelers looking for a lightweight, affordable, everyday camera.
FAQ
Can I charge both cameras via USB-C?
Yes, both cameras support USB-C charging and power delivery.
Do both cameras have dual memory card slots?
No, the Panasonic features 2 slots while the Canon has a single slot.
What viewfinder resolution does each camera offer?
The Panasonic provides a 5.76M-dot viewfinder, whereas the Canon uses a 2.36M-dot viewfinder.
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