Panasonic S1 vs Sony H400

In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic S1 versus Sony H400, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the H400 (20MP) is pretty close but the S1 (Full frame) and H400 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was released 5 years later than the H400 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the S1 scores vs the H400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Sony H400 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 provides external dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") accompanied by a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the S1 versus the H400.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and H400 is 54 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and H400.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1 due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic S1 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern S1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.