Panasonic S1 vs Sony HX200V

Lets look much closer at the Panasonic S1 and Sony HX200V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and HX200V (18MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and HX200V (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The S1 was manufactured 6 years later than the HX200V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the S1 scores against the HX200V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 features exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") along with a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1 and Sony HX200V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S1 compared to the HX200V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and HX200V is 54 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor measurements purely by looking through specs. The photograph below may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and HX200V.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1 because of its larger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1 will result in more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher S1 will have an advantage in sensor tech.