Panasonic S1 has a
12.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm ) sized CCD sensor and features Venus Engine IV processor. On the other hand, Panasonic FH10 has a
16.0MP 1/2.3-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm ) sized CCD sensor .
Below you can see the S1 and FH10 sensor size comparison.
Sensor Size and Resolution Comparison image of Panasonic S1 and Panasonic FH10 Cameras
Panasonic S1 and Panasonic FH10 have the same sensor sizes so they will provide same level of control over the depth of field when used with same focal length and aperture. On the other hand, since Panasonic S1 has 32% larger pixel area compared to Panasonic FH10, it has potential to collect more light on pixel level hence have less noise in low light / High ISO images.
Sensor size sets the circle of confusion, so it drives how much depth of field each
of these bodies gives you at a given aperture. You can calculate it exactly for the
Panasonic S1
or the
Panasonic FH10 ,
including hyperfocal distance.
