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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III

Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Panasonic S1H
(Full Review)
  • 24MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1/8000s Max Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Revealed August 2019
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Released October 2017
  • Succeeded the Sony A7R II
  • Successor is Sony A7R IV
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III Overview

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic S1H and Sony A7R III, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the S1H (24MP) and A7R III (42MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The S1H was released 23 months after the A7R III which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the S1H grades versus the A7R III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony A7R III

 S1H A7R III 
ReleasedAugust 2019October 2017More modern by 23 months
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2330k1440kSharper screen (+890k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Panasonic S1H

 A7R III S1H 

Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony A7R III

 S1H A7R III 
Focus manually More exact focusing
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1H has got outer dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") with a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) while the Sony A7R III has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1H and Sony A7R III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the S1H against the A7R III.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and A7R III is 52 and 63 respectively.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and A7R III.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony A7R III to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 18 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher S1H should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1H Portrait photography details
Sony A7R III Portrait photography details
85
you can focus manually
above average flash sync (1/320s)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides face detection focus
saves RAW files
86
focusing manually
megapixel count amazing (42 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detection focusing
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1H Street photography features
Sony A7R III Street photography features
69
screen articulates fully
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
saves RAW files
features touch focus
weather sealing
good high ISO (51,200)
more heavy than competition in class (1,052 grams)
79
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
supports focus by touch
environment sealing
good high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1H Sports photography factors
Sony A7R III Sports photography factors
76
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
silent shooting (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
provides tracking autofocus
weather sealing
bad battery (400 CIPA)
doesn't have phase detect auto focus
89
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count amazing (42MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking autofocus
environment sealing
better than average battery life (650 per charge)
supports phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1H Travel photography factors
Sony A7R III Travel photography factors
64
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
features touch focus
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
display is selfie friendly
bad battery (400 CIPA)
more heavy than competition in class (1,052g)
74
better than average battery life (650 per charge)
environment sealing
supports bluetooth
supports focus by touch
megapixel count amazing (42 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Landscape photography camera
Sony A7R III as a Landscape photography camera
80
you can focus manually
change lenses (Leica L mount)
screen is a decent size (3.2 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor resolution is decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
good high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather sealing
has dual storage slots
bad battery (400 shots)
87
focusing manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count amazing (42MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
doesnt have anti aliasing filter
good high ISO (32,000)
delivers RAW files
environment sealing
better than average battery life (650 shots)
has dual storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Vlogging camera
Sony A7R III as a Vlogging camera
70
display is selfie friendly
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detection focus
high video quality (5952 x 3988 resolution)
comes with external microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (1,052g)
37
has touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detection focusing
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
comes with external mic jack
does not contain selfie friendly screen
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1H and Sony A7R III
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1HSony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Brand Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H Sony Alpha A7R III
Class Pro Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Revealed 2019-08-28 2017-10-25
Body design SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine Bionz X
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Full frame
Sensor dimensions 35.6 x 23.8mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor surface area 847.3mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 24 megapixel 42 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 7952 x 5304
Highest native ISO 51200 32000
Highest enhanced ISO 204800 102400
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO 50 50
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
AF selectice
AF center weighted
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 225 425
Lens
Lens mounting type Leica L Sony E
Number of lenses 30 121
Focal length multiplier 1 1
Screen
Screen type Fully Articulated Tilting
Screen sizing 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 2,330k dot 1,440k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 5,760k dot 3,686k dot
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.78x 0.78x
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 seconds 30 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/8000 seconds
Fastest silent shutter speed 1/8000 seconds -
Continuous shutter speed 9.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Integrated 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 Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
External flash
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/320 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 5952 x 3988 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 5952x3988 3840x2160
Video file format MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB Yes USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 1052 gr (2.32 lbs) 657 gr (1.45 lbs)
Dimensions 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested 100
DXO Color Depth score not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.7
DXO Low light score not tested 3523
Other
Battery life 400 photographs 650 photographs
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Storage slots Dual Dual
Launch cost $3,998 $2,800