Panasonic S1H vs Sigma DP1x

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic S1H vs Sigma DP1x, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and DP1x (APS-C) boast different sensor measurements.

Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhone

The S1H was manufactured 9 years after the DP1x which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the S1H matches up vs the DP1x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H & Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H comes with exterior measurements of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S1H vs Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the S1H and the DP1x.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1H and DP1x is 52 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S1H and DP1x.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The S1H featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Panasonic S1H will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger S1H should have an edge in sensor tech.