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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7

Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
 
Sony Alpha A7 front
Portability
78
Imaging
70
Features
80
Overall
74

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 Key Specs

Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Released August 2019
Sony A7
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  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 50 - 25600
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 474g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
  • Announced January 2014
  • Successor is Sony A7 II
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 Overview

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic S1H versus Sony A7, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the A7 (24MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The S1H was brought out 5 years after the A7 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S1H grades against the A7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony A7

 S1H A7 
AnnouncedAugust 2019January 2014More modern by 69 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating display
Display sizing3.2"3"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution2330k1230kSharper display (+1100k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony A7 over the Panasonic S1H

 A7 S1H 

Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony A7

 S1H A7 
Manually focus More precise focusing

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1H comes with outside dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") along with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Sony A7 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1H versus Sony A7 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the S1H against the A7.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and A7 is 52 and 78 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and A7.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you can expect similar quality of files however you should take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more modern S1H should have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Portrait photography camera
Sony A7 as a Portrait photography camera
85
has manual focus
great flash sync speed (1/320s)
resolution is good (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
has face detect autofocus
supports RAW files
82
has manual focus
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
comes with face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1H Street photography details
Sony A7 Street photography details
69
screen articulates fully
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
supports RAW files
features touch focus
environment sealing
above average high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competition in class (1,052g)
79
tilting screen
sensor size is great (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
lighter than competition (474 grams)
great ISO range (25,600)
lack of image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic S1H
Sports photography with Sony A7
76
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
quiet shooting (1/8,000s)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
has tracking focus
environment sealing
bad battery pack (400 shots)
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
66
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
weather proof
has phase detect autofocus
very slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery life (340 per charge)
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1H Travel photography features
Sony A7 Travel photography features
64
environment sealing
connects via bluetooth
features touch focus
resolution is good (24MP)
screen is selfie friendly
bad battery pack (400 CIPA)
heavier than competition in class (1,052g)
69
lighter than competition (474 grams)
weather proof
resolution is good (24MP)
not so great battery life (340 shots)
does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic S1H
Landscape photography with Sony A7
80
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inches)
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is good (24 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (51,200)
supports RAW files
environment sealing
two card slots
bad battery pack (400 shots)
75
has manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
resolution is good (24MP)
sensor size is great (Full frame)
great ISO range (25,600)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
lack of image stabilization
not so great battery life (340 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1H Vlogging info
Sony A7 Vlogging info
70
screen is selfie friendly
has touchscreen
image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
has face detect autofocus
video resolution high (5952 x 3988 resolution)
comes with mic socket
heavier than competition in class (1,052g)
35
comes with face detect autofocus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has microphone support
lighter than competition (474 grams)
does not offer selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1H and Sony A7
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1HSony Alpha A7
General Information
Brand Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H Sony Alpha A7
Category Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2019-08-28 2014-01-22
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor measurements 35.6 x 23.8mm 35.8 x 23.9mm
Sensor surface area 847.3mm² 855.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 24 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6000 x 4000 6000 x 4000
Highest native ISO 51200 25600
Highest enhanced ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 50
RAW pictures
Min enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 225 117
Cross focus points - 25
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica L Sony E
Total lenses 30 121
Crop factor 1 1
Screen
Type of display Fully Articulated Tilting
Display sizing 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 2,330 thousand dots 1,230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Display tech - Xtra Fine LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760 thousand dots 2,359 thousand dots
Viewfinder coverage 100% 100%
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.71x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest quiet shutter speed 1/8000 seconds -
Continuous shutter rate 9.0 frames per second 5.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range no built-in flash no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off no built-in flash
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 1/320 seconds 1/250 seconds
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 5952x3988 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1052 grams (2.32 pounds) 474 grams (1.04 pounds)
Dimensions 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 90
DXO Color Depth score not tested 24.8
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.2
DXO Low light score not tested 2248
Other
Battery life 400 images 340 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FW50
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse feature With downloadable app
Storage type Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo
Card slots 2 One
Cost at release $3,998 $798