Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 509g - 124 x 71 x 60mm
- Released September 2020
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the A7c (24MP) is relatively similar and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (Full frame).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe S1H was released 12 months before the A7c which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1H being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S1H matches up vs the A7c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony Alpha A7c. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony A7c Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony A7c
S1H | A7c | |||
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Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 922k | Sharper screen (+1408k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A7c over the Panasonic S1H
A7c | S1H | |||
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Released | September 2020 | August 2019 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony A7c
S1H | A7c | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H features outer 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) and the Sony A7c has specifications of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).
Check the Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the S1H and the A7c.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and A7c is 52 and 78 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The image below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and A7c.
As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will want to take the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged S1H is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A7c Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Alpha A7c | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Alpha A7c |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-08-28 | 2020-09-14 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.8 x 23.8mm |
Sensor area | 847.3mm² | 852.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 225 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Leica L | Sony E |
Available lenses | 30 | 122 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,330k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 5,760k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.78x | 0.59x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per second | 10.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | 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 | ||
Max flash sync | 1/320 secs | - |
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 5952x3988 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1052 grams (2.32 lb) | 509 grams (1.12 lb) |
Dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 124 x 71 x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photos | 740 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 2 | One |
Retail cost | $3,998 | $1,800 |