Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Key Specs
(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 Maximum Shutter
- 5952 x 3988 video
- Leica L Mount
- 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
- Launched August 2019
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 678g - 129 x 96 x 76mm
- Launched October 2019
- Superseded the Sony A9
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic S1H versus Sony A9 II, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the S1H (24MP) and the A9 II (24MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor size (Full frame).
Photography GlossaryThe S1H was announced at a similar time to the A9 II so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S1H scores against the A9 II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H and Sony Alpha A9 Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic S1H Gallery and Sony A9 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony A9 II
S1H | A9 II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2330k | 1440k | Crisper screen (+890k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Panasonic S1H
A9 II | S1H |
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Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony A9 II
S1H | A9 II | |||
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Launched | August 2019 | October 2019 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | Very exact focus | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic S1H offers physical dimensions of 151mm x 114mm x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") having a weight of 1052 grams (2.32 lbs) whilst the Sony A9 II has specifications of 129mm x 96mm x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 678 grams (1.49 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic S1H versus Sony A9 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the S1H compared to the A9 II.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S1H and A9 II is 52 and 62 respectively.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1H and A9 II.
All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you should expect similar quality of photos but you should take the release date of the products into consideration.
Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H | Sony Alpha A9 Mark II |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2019-08-28 | 2019-10-03 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine | BIONZ X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 35.6 x 23.8mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 847.3mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 24 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 225 | 693 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Leica L | Sony E |
Available lenses | 30 | 121 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,330k dot | 1,440k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | 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 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 9.0 frames per second | 20.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Slow Sync., Rear Sync., Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/320 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 |
Highest video resolution | 5952x3988 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1052 grams (2.32 pounds) | 678 grams (1.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 151 x 114 x 110mm (5.9" x 4.5" x 4.3") | 129 x 96 x 76mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 photographs | 690 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs + continuous, 3 or 5 frames) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Price at release | $3,998 | $4,498 |