Panasonic S1 vs Sony RX10 II

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic S1 vs Sony RX10 II, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the RX10 II (20MP) is pretty similar but the S1 (Full frame) and RX10 II (1") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was announced 3 years after the RX10 II which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the S1 scores against the RX10 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1 provides exterior 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 RX10 II has proportions of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") accompanied by a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1 vs Sony RX10 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the S1 vs the RX10 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and RX10 II is 54 and 58 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The image below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and RX10 II.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1 will offer greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher S1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.