Panasonic S1 vs Sony A6100
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Panasonic S1 vs Sony A6100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1021g - 149 x 110 x 97mm
- Launched February 2019
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Raise to 51200)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 396g - 120 x 67 x 59mm
- Announced August 2019
Panasonic S1 vs Sony A6100 Overview
Following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic S1 and Sony A6100, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is very similar but the S1 (Full frame) and A6100 (APS-C) have different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe S1 was launched 6 months earlier than the A6100 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S1 matches up against the A6100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic S1 vs Sony A6100 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Sony Alpha a6100. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Sony A6100
S1 | A6100 | |||
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Display size | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 922k | Crisper display (+1178k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A6100 over the Panasonic S1
A6100 | S1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Sony A6100
S1 | A6100 | |||
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Announced | February 2019 | August 2019 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic S1 vs Sony A6100 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 provides outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Sony A6100 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Check the Panasonic S1 and Sony A6100 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S1 vs the A6100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and A6100 is 54 and 81 respectively.
Panasonic S1 vs Sony A6100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and A6100.
As you can tell, both of those cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor sizes. The S1 has the larger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field simpler.
Panasonic S1 vs Sony A6100 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S1 vs Sony A6100 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Sony Alpha a6100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 | Sony Alpha a6100 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-02-01 | 2019-08-28 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 32000 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Sony E |
Total lenses | 30 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 922 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per second | 11.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Flash off, auto, fill flash, slow sync, rear sync, wireless, hi-speed |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/320 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes (can be charged with high-power laptop/tablet chargers or portable power banks) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) | 396 grams (0.87 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 149 x 110 x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") | 120 x 67 x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3333 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 shots | 420 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Retail pricing | $2,498 | $748 |