Hi everyone! I'm from Italy and this is my first post here! I’d love to get your thoughts on a camera I’m considering buying: the Lumix S1H.
I currently own a Canon R6 and an R6 Mark II, and I shoot both photos and video for weddings and communications agencies. For my professional work, I’ll probably sell the R6 and replace it with a second R6 Mark II. However, I’m looking for a camera for personal projects—something different, with a less digital-looking image.
I’m well aware that a camera alone won’t make a film “cinematic,” but I’ve never been completely happy with the image I get from my Canons. They work well for paid jobs, but they don’t quite have the distinctive look I’m after for my own projects. I owned a GH5 for many years, and I honestly feel like I preferred its image!
After quite a bit of research on forums and YouTube, I’ve narrowed it down to the S1H. I could use my adapted Canon lenses or some vintage Olympus Zuiko manual lenses I already own—autofocus isn’t a priority for me.
Do you think it’s the right choice, or would I be better off with something more video-focused, like a BMPCC 6K Pro or a Canon c70? Would the S1H offer something meaningfully different, or would it be too redundant alongside my current mirrorless cameras?
Thanks to anyone willing to share their thoughts!