Should I upgrade from the Panasonic Lumix S1R to the Panasonic Lumix S1R II?
Upgrading is likely worth it. Both use the L-Mount mount, so your lenses fit directly.
What you gain
- faster bursts (40fps vs 9fps)
- better video (8K 30p vs 4K 60p (crop))
- a lighter body (712g vs 1016g)
- 6 years of newer processing and autofocus (2019 → 2025)
What you give up
- lower resolution (44.3MP vs 47.3MP)
What it costs
| Lumix S1R II new | £2,699 |
| Lumix S1R II used (MPB, typical) | £2,120 |
| Your Lumix S1R trade-in (rough estimate) | ≈ £720 |
| Net cost buying used | ≈ £1,400 |
Trade-in estimates assume about two-thirds of the typical MPB resale price; real offers vary with condition and shutter count.
Specs side by side
Panasonic Lumix S1R specs · Panasonic Lumix S1R II specs · best lenses for the Lumix S1R II
Frequently asked questions
Should I upgrade from the Panasonic Lumix S1R to the Panasonic Lumix S1R II?
The upgrade is likely worth it. You gain faster bursts (40fps vs 9fps), better video (8K 30p vs 4K 60p (crop)), a lighter body (712g vs 1016g), 6 years of newer processing and autofocus (2019 → 2025), but you lose lower resolution (44.3MP vs 47.3MP).
How much does it cost to upgrade from the Lumix S1R to the Lumix S1R II?
The Lumix S1R II costs £2,699 new and about £2,120 used at MPB. Trading in a used Lumix S1R might bring roughly £720, so the net cost is around £1,400 buying used (a rough estimate: get quotes from MPB, Wex and Park Cameras).
Will my Lumix S1R lenses work on the Lumix S1R II?
Both use the L-Mount mount, so your lenses fit directly.