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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II

Portability
52
Imaging
75
Features
87
Overall
79
Panasonic Lumix DC-S1H front
 
Sony Alpha A9 Mark II front
Portability
62
Imaging
75
Features
93
Overall
82

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II 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 Maximum Shutter
  • 5952 x 3988 video
  • Leica L Mount
  • 1052g - 151 x 114 x 110mm
  • Launched August 2019
Sony A9 II
(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  • Superseded the Sony A9
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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).

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic S1H over the Sony A9 II

 S1H A9 II 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Screen dimensions3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2330k1440kCrisper screen (+890k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies

Reasons to pick Sony A9 II over the Panasonic S1H

 A9 II S1H 

Common features in the Panasonic S1H and Sony A9 II

 S1H A9 II 
LaunchedAugust 2019October 2019Similar 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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 sensor size comparison

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic S1H Portrait photography features
Sony A9 II Portrait photography features
85
manual focus
flash sync speed is above average (1/320 seconds)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
85
manual focus
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features face detect autofocus
delivers RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic S1H Street photography highlights
Sony A9 II Street photography highlights
69
screen can move to multiple angles
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
provides touch focus
weather sealing
above average high ISO (51,200)
heavier than competition (1,052g)
78
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
provides focus by touch
weather sealing
very good high ISO (51,200)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic S1H Sports photography info
Sony A9 II Sports photography info
76
high shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
weather sealing
low battery life (400 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
87
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
silent mode (1/32,000 seconds)
fast shooting (20.0 fps)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
features tracking focus
weather sealing
good battery life (690 per charge)
comes with phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic S1H Travel photography factors
Sony A9 II Travel photography factors
64
weather sealing
supports bluetooth
provides touch focus
decent MP (24 megapixels)
selfie friendly screen
low battery life (400 CIPA)
heavier than competition (1,052 grams)
73
good battery life (690 per charge)
weather sealing
connects via bluetooth
provides focus by touch
MP count decent (24 megapixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic S1H Landscape photography features
Sony A9 II Landscape photography features
80
manual focus
change lenses (Leica L mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2")
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
decent MP (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
two card slots
low battery life (400 CIPA)
86
manual focus
change lenses (Sony E mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
MP count decent (24MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
very good high ISO (51,200)
delivers RAW files
weather sealing
good battery life (690 shots)
has double storage slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic S1H as a Vlogging camera
Sony A9 II as a Vlogging camera
70
selfie friendly screen
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
offers face detect autofocus
video resolution high (5952 x 3988 pxls)
does have mic socket
heavier than competition (1,052g)
36
built-in touchscreen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
features face detect autofocus
high quality video (3840 x 2160 pixels)
does have mic port
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Panasonic S1H vs Sony A9 II Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic S1H and Sony A9 II
 Panasonic Lumix DC-S1HSony Alpha A9 Mark II
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