Panasonic S1 vs Sony RX10 IV

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S1 vs Sony RX10 IV, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the S1 (24MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is relatively close but the S1 (Full frame) and RX10 IV (1") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S1 was launched 17 months later than the RX10 IV which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S1 matches up versus the RX10 IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic S1 features outside measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) while the Sony RX10 IV has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") accompanied by a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1 vs Sony RX10 IV in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the S1 vs the RX10 IV.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1 and RX10 IV is 54 and 52 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S1 and RX10 IV.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S1 featuring a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher S1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.