Panasonic S1 vs Sony WX220

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic S1 and Sony WX220, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and WX220 (18MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and WX220 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S1 was introduced 5 years later than the WX220 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX220 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short view of how the S1 scores against the WX220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Sony WX220 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic S1 enjoys external dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") having a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Sony WX220 has specifications of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S1 and Sony WX220 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the S1 versus the WX220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and WX220 is 54 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The visual underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and WX220.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S1 will offer you greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.