Panasonic S1 vs Sony QX1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Panasonic S1 and Sony QX1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the QX1 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the S1 (Full frame) and QX1 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1 was launched 4 years later than the QX1 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S1 matches up against the QX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Sony Alpha QX1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 offers physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has dimensions of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic S1 and Sony QX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the S1 compared to the QX1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the S1 and QX1 is 54 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and QX1.

All in all, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger S1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.