Panasonic S1H vs Sigma SD14

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic S1H versus Sigma SD14, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and SD14 (5MP) and the S1H (Full frame) and SD14 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The S1H was announced 13 years later than the SD14 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the S1H scores against the SD14 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sigma SD14. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H has physical dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD14 has specifications of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") along with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1H versus Sigma SD14 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the S1H and the SD14.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and SD14 is 52 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizing purely by viewing specifications. The graphic underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S1H and SD14.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1H having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic S1H will provide you with more detail with its extra 19 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more modern S1H will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.