Panasonic S1 vs Sony WX300

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic S1 versus Sony WX300, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and WX300 (18MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and WX300 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was unveiled 6 years later than the WX300 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the S1 grades vs the WX300 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 comes with outside 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 WX300 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Panasonic S1 versus Sony WX300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S1 versus the WX300.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S1 and WX300 is 54 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over specs. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the S1 and WX300.

All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S1 with its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic S1 will deliver greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher S1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.