Panasonic S1 vs Sony TX7

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic S1 and Sony TX7, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and TX7 (10MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and TX7 (1/2.4") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was brought out 9 years after the TX7 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the S1 scores versus the TX7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Sony TX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1 has got physical dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Sony TX7 has proportions of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the S1 and the TX7.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and TX7 is 54 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by going over specifications. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and TX7.

To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic S1 will offer greater detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The newer S1 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.